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A close-up of freshly baked Zesty Lemon Bars with a golden crust and vibrant lemon filling, garnished with powdered sugar and lemon zest.

Zesty Lemon Bars: A Citrus Dream

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Brighten your dessert table with these Zesty Lemon Bars, a delightful citrus treat that combines a crisp, buttery crust with a tangy, sweet lemon filling. Perfect for summer gatherings, brunches, or a refreshing afternoon snack, these lemon brownie bars are guaranteed to impress with their vibrant flavor and beautiful presentation.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Zest of 2 lemons
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Beat the softened butter and sugar until creamy. Mix in the flour, baking powder, and salt and press the dough into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Bake for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
  2. Whisk together eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, and sugar in a bowl. Pour over the partially baked crust. Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until filling is set.
  3. Allow to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Dust with powdered sugar before serving and cut into squares.

Notes

  • Ensure the lemon filling is fully set before cutting for clean slices.
  • For an extra zing, add a teaspoon of lemon extract to the filling.
  • To make gluten-free, substitute regular flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
  • Author: Emma Bloomfield
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 220 Kcal
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 80mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg