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Lemon Bars

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Warm, bright, and irresistibly tangy, these Lemon Bars are a classic citrus dessert that balances a tender, buttery base with a glossy, lemony glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest, finely grated (from about 2 lemons)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for glaze)
  • 8 teaspoons lemon zest (for glaze), finely grated
  • 1 cup icing sugar (powdered sugar), sifted

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish with butter and set it aside.
  2. Beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, and sea salt until just combined and crumbly.
  3. Whisk together the eggs, 2 tablespoons of lemon zest, and 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the egg mixture to the flour mixture and beat on low for about 2 minutes until smooth.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
  6. Bake for 23 to 25 minutes, until edges are golden brown and center is set but slightly tender.
  7. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  8. Whisk together icing sugar, 4 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, and 8 teaspoons of lemon zest until smooth.
  9. Spread the glaze over the cooled bars and let it set for at least 20 minutes before slicing.
  10. Slice into squares and serve.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs and butter for a smoother filling. Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

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