Easy Lemon Bars

Tangy and sweet lemon bars that are incredibly easy to make.

15m

Prep Time

30m

Cook Time

Servings

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

1/4 cup powdered sugar

2 large eggs

1 cup granulated sugar

1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease an 8-inch square baking dish.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the flour, butter, and powdered sugar. Mix until crumbly. Press into the prepared baking dish.

Step 3

Bake for 15-20 minutes, until lightly golden.

Step 4

In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar.

Step 5

Add the lemon juice, flour, and baking powder, and whisk until smooth.

Step 6

Pour the lemon mixture over the baked crust.

Step 7

Bake for 20-25 minutes, until set.

Step 8

Let cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.

Step 9

Dust with powdered sugar before serving.