Easy Lemon Squares
Brighten your day with these Easy Lemon Squares, a delightful dessert that combines tangy lemon flavor with a buttery shortbread base. Perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or a cozy night in, these squares are sure to disappear quickly from the dessert table. With just a handful of simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can whip up these refreshing treats in no time. The vibrant zest of fresh lemons adds a zesty flair that your taste buds will love, making these squares a staple in any home kitchen. Whether you’re sharing with friends or indulging yourself, this recipe is an easy win that everyone will adore.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- ½ cup butter (softened)
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- Zest of ½–1 lemon
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F (180C). Grease and flour an 8×8 inch pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, powdered sugar, flour, and salt until crumbly. Press into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Bake for about 15 minutes until lightly golden.
- Whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, baking powder, lemon juice, salt, and zest until smooth.
- Pour filling over the baked shortbread base and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes until set.
- Cool completely before cutting into squares and dusting with powdered sugar if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (40g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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