These Snowy Lemon Bars are a delightful treat that combines a tangy lemon filling with a buttery crust, dusted with powdered sugar for a snowy finish. Perfect for holiday gatherings, they make an excellent addition to your collection of Christmas desserts.
This recipe is simple to follow and results in a refreshing dessert that balances sweetness and tartness, making it a favorite among lemon lovers.
Delicious Snowy Lemon Bars
These lemon bars feature a zesty lemon filling baked on a buttery shortbread crust, finished with a generous dusting of powdered sugar. The recipe takes about 50 minutes from start to finish and yields 16 bars.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Make the Crust: In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1/2 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually add 2 cups of flour and salt, mixing until combined. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Bake the Crust: Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden.
- Prepare the Filling: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and baking powder until smooth. Gradually add the remaining 1/4 cup of flour and mix until just combined.
- Bake the Bars: Pour the lemon filling over the baked crust and return to the oven. Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly golden around the edges.
- Cool and Dust: Allow the bars to cool completely in the baking dish. Once cooled, dust generously with powdered sugar before cutting into squares.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 16 bars
- Calories: 150kcal
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
