Classic Lemon Bars
Delight in these tangy and sweet lemon bars with a buttery crust and zesty lemon filling, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Crust and topping
- 0.33 cup sliced almonds
- 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.75 cup unsalted butter softened to 65 to 67ºF 18 to 19ºC
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 large egg room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 large eggs room temperature
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 cup lemon juice about 4 to 5 lemons
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
For dusting
- as needed powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare crust by mixing flour, almonds, baking powder, sugar, salt, and butter; press into pan.
- Bake crust for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, whisk eggs, sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour lemon filling over baked crust and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
- Allow to cool, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Chill the bars before serving for best texture.