Lemon Bars must be sweet and tart, with a crisp yet tender crust and smooth, almost fluffy filling. This is the perfect recipe.
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 cups flour
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 3/4 cup butter, melted
- 5 eggs
- 1-1/2 cups sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 5 tablespoons flour
- 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- pinch salt
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
Preparation:
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. In large bowl, combine 2 cups flour, 3/4 cup powdered sugar, and 3/4 cup melted butter; mix until crumbs form. Press into the bottom and 1/2" up sides of a 9" x 13" pan. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until crust is just set.
While crust is in oven, beat eggs with electric mixer until light and fluffy. Gradually add sugar, beating until light yellow and thick. Beat in baking powder, flour, 3/4 cup plus two tablespoons lemon juice, and salt.
When the crust comes out of the oven, pour the filling over as soon as it is beaten together. Return to oven and bake for 25-35 minutes or until filling is set and light golden brown on top. Let cool completely.
In small bowl, combine 2 cups powdered sugar, 1/4 cup melted butter and 1/4 cup lemon juice. Mix well, then pour over cooled bars. Refrigerate until cold, then cut into bars. Yields 24 bars.
