Description
These Meyer Lemon Bars deliver the perfect sweet-tart balance using naturally floral Meyer lemons and a buttery shortbread crust.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour (for crust)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for crust)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt (for crust)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour (for filling)
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup fresh Meyer lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt (for filling)
- powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy lifting.
- Cream softened butter and powdered sugar until light. Add flour and salt; mix on low until a dough forms.
- Press dough evenly into the pan. Bake 15–20 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Whisk sugar, eggs, flour, baking powder, Meyer lemon juice, and salt until just combined.
- Pour filling over the hot crust and bake 20–25 minutes, or until set with a slight center wiggle.
- Cool completely for 1–2 hours. Lift out using parchment, slice into squares, and dust with powdered sugar.
Notes
- These bars are perfect for gatherings, holidays, or anytime you crave a bright, citrusy treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg