Best 3 Homemade Lemon Bars Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade lemon bars, a classic dessert that combines the perfect balance of tart and sweet flavors. These delectable treats feature a buttery shortbread crust topped with a velvety lemon filling, resulting in a symphony of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you prefer a traditional lemon bar recipe or are looking for variations such as gluten-free, vegan, or even a no-bake option, this article offers a comprehensive collection of recipes to satisfy every palate and dietary preference. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more of these zesty and refreshing lemon bars.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

THE BEST HOMEMADE LEMON BARS RECIPE



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These are the best homemade lemon bars! With a perfectly chewy crust, zesty lemon filling and dusted with powder sugar they are the ultimate summertime treat.

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup butter (softened)
1/2 cup sugar
2 cups flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 cups sugar
6 large eggs (beaten)
1 lemon (zested)
1 cup lemon juice (fresh or bottled)
1 cup flour
1/2 cup powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Spray a 9 x 13 inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Cream together softened butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl.
  • Add flour and salt and mix until blended.
  • Press into the bottom of prepared pan and bake for 15 minutes.
  • While crust is cooking, make filling by mixing together sugar, eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice, and flour. Pour filling over hot crust and bake for about 25 -30 minutes or until set.
  • Remove from oven and dust with powdered sugar.
  • Cool completely and cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 6545 kcal, Fat 268 g, SaturatedFat 51 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 1883 mg, Carbohydrate 927 g, Sugar 566 g, Protein 186 mg

HOMEMADE LEMON BARS



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When these tangy bars were served in my husband's childhood, family meals were memorably complete. That's still true today for our family. The bars' sweetness rounds out the meal, but the lemony flavor keeps them light. Don't expect many leftovers once family and friends taste these treats! -Denise Baumert, Dalhart, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
TOPPING:
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon lemon extract
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat flour, butter and confectioners' sugar until blended. Press onto bottom of an ungreased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake 15-20 minutes or until lightly browned., For topping, in a large bowl, beat eggs, sugar, flour, lemon juice, extract, baking powder and salt until frothy; pour over hot crust., Bake 10-15 minutes longer or until light golden brown. Cool completely in dish on a wire rack. Dust with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 171mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

THE BEST HOMEMADE LEMON BARS RECIPE



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Provided by á-331

Number Of Ingredients 13

CRUST:
1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
2 cups flour
1/4 tsp salt
FILLLING:
3 cups sugar
6 large eggs, beaten
lemon zest of 1 lemon
1 cup lemon juice, fresh or bottled
1 cup flour
TOPPING:
1/2 cup powdered sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 350 degrees F 2. Spray a 9x13-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray 3. Cream together softened butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl. Add flour and salt and mix until blended. Press into the bottom of prepared pan and bake for 15 minutes 4. While crust is cooking, make filling by mixing together sugar, eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice, and flour. Pour filling over hot crust and bake for about 25-30 minutes or until set\ 5. Remove from oven and dust with powdered sugar 6. Cool completely and cut into squares

Tips:

  • Use fresh lemons: Fresh lemon juice and zest provide the best flavor for lemon bars.
  • Don't overcook the crust: The crust should be golden brown, but not too dark. Otherwise, it will be hard and dry.
  • Don't overcook the filling: The filling should be set, but still slightly wobbly. Otherwise, it will be too firm and dense.
  • Chill the bars before serving: This will help the bars to set and firm up.
  • Serve with whipped cream or ice cream: This will add a delicious richness and creaminess to the bars.

Conclusion:

Homemade lemon bars are a classic dessert that are easy to make and always a hit. With their bright, citrusy flavor and creamy, velvety texture, they are the perfect treat for any occasion. Whether you are serving them at a party or enjoying them as a special treat, these lemon bars are sure to please everyone.

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