How do I bake the perfect lemon bars?

Discover the art of baking with our foolproof 'Lemon Bars' recipe. Get ready to create a mouthwatering dessert that will leave you craving for more!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I bake the perfect Lemon Bars. Items include: All-Purpose Flour Powdered Sugar Unsalted Butter Eggs Granulated Sugar Fresh Lemon Juice Lemon Zest

All-Purpose Flour 1 cup
Powdered Sugar 1/2 cup for crust, plus extra for dusting
Unsalted Butter 1/2 cup melted
Eggs 2 large
Granulated Sugar 1 cup
Fresh Lemon Juice 1/4 cup
Lemon Zest 2 tablespoons

Take note
Please be careful when working with hot ovens and sharp utensils. Always remember to wash your hands before and after handling food. Also, try not to eat all the lemon bars in one sitting, even though it's super tempting!

1

Gather your Ingredients

First things first, let's make sure we have everything we need. For this recipe, you'll need: 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup of powdered sugar, 1/2 cup of unsalted butter (melted), 2 large eggs, 1 cup of granulated sugar, 1/4 cup of fresh lemon juice, and 2 tablespoons of lemon zest. Don't worry, we won't forget the lemons!

2

Prepare the Crust

Now, let's create the perfect buttery crust. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking dish. In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press the mixture into the bottom of the greased baking dish, creating an even layer. Bake the crust for 15 minutes or until lightly golden.

3

Whisk the Lemon Filling

While the crust is baking, let's prepare the luscious lemon filling. In another mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined. Make sure the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth. You don't want any crunchy surprises!

4

Pour and Bake

Once the crust is ready, remove it from the oven. Give the lemon filling a quick stir and pour it over the warm crust. Smooth out the top with a spatula to ensure an even layer. Pop it back in the oven for another 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly golden around the edges.

5

Cool and Cut

Alright, now comes the hard part: waiting. Allow the lemon bars to cool completely in the baking dish on a wire rack. Once cooled, gently lift the whole thing out of the dish using the edges of the parchment paper. Place it on a cutting board and carefully cut into squares or rectangles. Dust the lemon bars with powdered sugar to give them a touch of elegance.