LEMON SQUARES - GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST

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I adopted this recipe after Mean Chef (IHHDRO) left the site. Mean Chef's quote on the recipe: "DBMNMR = Don't Blame Me, Not My Recipe", and therefore, I haven't felt badly about making a few changes. The original recipe had a much thicker graham cracker crust, and didn't really balance well with the delicate and refreshing lemon flavor of the bars. I have since adjusted those measurements for a thinner crust, and hope that you enjoy it.

Provided by Ms B.

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 40m

Yield 16 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup graham cracker crumbs
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons sugar
3 extra-large eggs
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice, strained
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar, about
1 pinch salt
2 lemons, zest of, finely grated

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degree F with a rack in the center of the oven.
  • Make in a 9 inch square pan.
  • Place the graham cracker crumbs and the melted butter in a medium mixing bowl.
  • Use a wooden spoon or a rubber spatula to mix them together thoroughly.
  • Scrape the mixture into the baking pan, and use your fingers to press the mixture evenly onto the bottom of the pan.
  • Bake for 7 minutes, then remove the pan from the oven to cool while you make the lemon filling.
  • Keep the oven at temperature setting.
  • Break the eggs into a large mixing bowl, then add the granulated sugar.
  • With the mixer on high speed, beat the mixture until it is light yellow and almost doubled in volume, about 3 minutes.
  • Move the beaters around the bowl and scrape down the sides with a rubber spatula several times while mixing.
  • Add the baking powder and salt, and beat on low speed until just mixed, scraping down the sides of the bowl.
  • Beat in the lemon zest and juice.
  • Pour and scrape the filling into the crust and smooth the top with a rubber spatula.
  • Bake for 25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and wiggles only slightly when the pan is moved.
  • Remove the pan from the oven and allow it to cool.
  • Place confectioners' sugar in a small sieve and sprinkle generously over the top of the cooled fining.
  • Cut into 16 squares.

Berenice Daniel
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


Gerald Ferrell
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These lemon squares are a great way to use up leftover lemons.


Ahmad Asif
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I made these lemon squares for my kids' birthday party and they loved them.


Dean Cunningham
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These lemon squares are the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Mahim Molla
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I've never been a big fan of lemon squares, but these ones changed my mind. They're so good!


Victor Festus
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These lemon squares are always a hit with my family and friends.


Roxie Sinesh
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Delicious! I love the combination of the graham cracker crust and the lemon filling.


Xolani Mokwena
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The perfect balance of tart and sweet. A must-try!


Bradley MacGrady
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These lemon squares are so easy to make, and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Too Day
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I made these lemon squares for a potluck and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


Sami taqavi
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These lemon squares are the perfect summer dessert. They're light and refreshing, and the lemon flavor is just right.


plantnum musafiii
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I've tried a lot of lemon square recipes, but this one is by far the best. The filling is so smooth and creamy, and the crust is perfectly crispy.


Solomon Tumasi
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These lemon squares were a hit at my last party! The graham cracker crust was the perfect balance to the tart lemon filling. I'll definitely be making these again.