Bake Sale Lemon Bars
These lemon bars are effortlessly delicious, boasting a buttery shortbread crust and a tangy, vibrant lemon filling. A perfect treat for bake sales, potlucks, or any occasion that calls for a burst of sunshine!
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
16 g
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Cholesterol
26 mg
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Fiber
0 g
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Protein
1 g
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Saturated Fat
3 g
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Sodium
33 mg
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Sugar
12 g
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Fat
4 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease and lightly flour a 9x13 inch baking pan. (5 minutes)
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In a mixing bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups flour, 2/3 cup confectioners' sugar, and softened butter. Mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. (10 minutes)
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Press the mixture firmly into the prepared baking pan to form an even crust. (5 minutes)
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Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until lightly golden. (20 minutes)
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While the crust is baking, whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, 3 tablespoons flour, and lemon juice until smooth and frothy. (5 minutes)
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Pour the lemon mixture evenly over the hot, pre-baked crust. (2 minutes)
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Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set and lightly golden brown. (20-25 minutes)
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Remove from the oven and let cool completely on a wire rack. (60 minutes)
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Once cooled, dust generously with confectioners' sugar. (5 minutes)
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Cut into squares and serve. (5 minutes)
For a more intense lemon flavor, add the zest of one lemon to the filling.
Ensure the butter is softened, but not melted, for the best crust texture.
Allow the lemon bars to cool completely before cutting to prevent the filling from running.
Store leftover lemon bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.3/ 5 ( 1.3K Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
Avery Ernser
Jun 23, 2025These are the best lemon bars I've ever made! The perfect balance of sweet and tart.
Osvaldo Kemmer
Feb 22, 2023The crust was a little crumbly for me, so next time I'll try chilling the dough before pressing it into the pan.
Ahmed Deckow
Oct 20, 2022I followed the recipe exactly, and they turned out beautifully. So easy to make and incredibly delicious!
Johnson Dicki
Feb 4, 2022These were a hit at our bake sale! Everyone loved the tangy lemon flavor and the perfect crust.