As we get ready for the warm summer weather, what better to celebrate is there than by biting down on some scrumptious desserts? That’s where sweet lemon bars come in. Here’s how you can bake some delicious lemon bars that will be sure to get you and your friends in a party mood.
Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup softened butter
- 2 1/2 cups flour
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- cooking spray
- 6 large eggs
- 3/4 cup lemon juice
- Lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a baking sheet with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, add butter and 3/4 cups sugar and whisk until fluffy for about 2 to 3 minutes, before adding 2 1/4 cups flour and powdered sugar and whisk until combined.
- Spread the dough across the baking pan and flatten. Bake until lightly browned for about 20 to 25 minutes. Once ready, allow to cool for 30 minutes.
- While the crust cools, whisk together the remaining sugar, flour, eggs, lemon juice and lemon zest in a large mixing bowl. Pour the filling over the crust and bake for 25 minutes.
- Refrigerate for 3 to 4 hours before serving.
