Description
These lemon shortbread bars with zesty filling combine a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth crust with a bright, tangy lemon layer. They are easy to make, perfect for sharing, and full of fresh citrus flavor that feels like sunshine in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar (for filling)
- 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for filling)
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking pan with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugar until light and smooth. Add flour and salt and mix gently.
- Press dough evenly into the pan and bake for 18–20 minutes until lightly golden.
- Whisk eggs and sugar until smooth. Add lemon juice, zest, and flour.
- Pour filling over warm crust and return to oven.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until set but slightly soft in the center.
- Cool completely, dust with powdered sugar, and slice.
Notes
Use fresh lemons for the best flavor. Allow bars to cool fully before cutting. Store in the refrigerator for up to five days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg