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Easy Lemon Bars with Crisp Shortbread Crust

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 12 pieces
Calories 250
Delight in these tangy lemon bars featuring a buttery, crisp shortbread crust and a zesty lemon filling, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Crust

  • 9 tablespoons unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
  • 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (*See notes below for measuring*)
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt

Filling

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • Zest of 1 lemon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 2/3 cup fresh lemon juice

Topping

  • powdered sugar (for dusting the tops) powdered sugar

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare the crust by mixing butter, sugar, vanilla, flour, and salt; press into a baking dish and bake for 15 minutes.
  • In a bowl, whisk together sugar, lemon zest, flour, and cream of tartar. Add eggs, egg yolks, and lemon juice; pour over the baked crust.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes until the filling is set. Cool completely before dusting with powdered sugar and slicing.

Notes

Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor. Let the bars cool completely before slicing for clean cuts.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: lemon