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Lemon Bars Recipe for a Zesty Sweet Treat
Samantha Jones

Lemon Bars Recipe for a Zesty Sweet Treat

A crisp buttery crust and a vibrant, tangy lemon filling create irresistible lemon bars. Perfect for a fresh, zesty treat that balances sweet and tart.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 16 servings
Course: CITRUS DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ¼ cups (150g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, room-temperature
  • 2 cups (200g) granulated sugar (1/2 cup for crust, 1 1/2 cups for filling)
  • ¾ cup (170ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons (10g) lemon zest
  • 3 large egg whites, room-temperature
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
  • Pinch of salt

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9-inch x 13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, combine 1 1/4 cups flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Press the crust into the pan and bake for 15 minutes.
  3. In a large bowl, beat 3 egg whites until slightly frothy. Add 1 1/2 cups sugar and 3/4 cup lemon juice, mixing until glossy. Stir in 2 tablespoons lemon zest, then pour over the cooled crust.
  4. Bake for 20–25 minutes until set but slightly shaken in the center. Cool completely, then refrigerate and cut into 16 bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 80mgSugar: 15g

Notes

Adjust flour for texture; use gluten-free flour if needed.
Use room-temperature butter and egg whites for optimal results.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before slicing for clean cuts.

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