Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
- 5 tablespoons powdered sugar plus extra for dusting
- A pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
For the Filling:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs at room temperature
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 3 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper to allow easy removal of the bars.
- Prepare the crust: in a medium bowl, mix together all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, and a pinch of salt. Add the melted unsalted butter and stir until a soft dough forms.
- Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan, ensuring a smooth layer. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the crust is lightly golden around the edges.
- For the filling, whisk together granulated sugar and eggs in a large bowl until smooth. Stir in fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and all-purpose flour until well blended.
- Pour the lemon filling over the warm crust. Bake the pan for 20 to 25 minutes until the filling is set and firm in the center.
- Take the bars out of the oven and allow them to cool at room temperature for about 1 hour. After that, refrigerate for at least 2 hours for cleaner cuts. Before slicing into bars, dust with extra powdered sugar.
