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Lemon Squares

If you're a fan of lemon desserts, you'll absolutely love these homemade bakery-style lemon squares. They are not only super delicious but also a delightful treat for anyone who craves the tangy and refreshing taste of lemons.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Video

Ingredients
  

Crust:
  • 1 Cup Butter Unsalted. COLD
  • 1/2 Cup Sugar
  • 2 Cups Pastry Flour
Lemon Filling:
  • 3/4 Cup Lemon Juice Fresh
  • 1/4 Cup Flour
  • 1 1/2 Cup Sugar
  • 4 Eggs

Method
 

Crust:
  1. Cut butter into cubes, add sugar and flour.
  2. Combine by using a pastry cutter, or two knifes.
  3. The pastry should be able to press together but still be very crumbly.
  4. Press into a 9×9 pan lined with parchment paper.
  5. Bake at 350F for 20-25 minutes.
Lemon Filling:
  1. While the crust is baking add fresh lemon juice to a medium mixing bowl.
  2. Whisk in sugar and flour until sugar is almost dissolved.
  3. Next, whisk in eggs, allow to sit for 10 minutes.
  4. Whisk again, pour on base immediately when it is done.
  5. Bake at 350F for an additional 20-25 minutes.
  6. Cool completely in pan before dusting with powdered sugar and cutting

Video