Description
Creamy lemon squares are a delightful dessert with a tangy lemon flavor and a smooth texture.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour, melted butter, and powdered sugar.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 8×8 inch baking dish.
- Bake for 15 minutes.
- In another bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, and baking powder.
- Pour the lemon mixture over the baked crust.
- Bake for an additional 20 minutes.
- Cool completely before dusting with powdered sugar and cutting into squares.
Notes
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
- Use fresh lemons for the best flavor.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: creamy lemon squares, lemon dessert, lemon bars, citrus dessert