Classic Lemon Bars Recipe for Your Next Bake Sale

These bake sale lemon bars are the perfect combination of sweet and tangy, with a buttery crust and a luscious lemon filling. This classic recipe is easy to make and yields a large batch, making it ideal for bake sales or any special occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a tray of these crowd-pleasing lemon bars in no time. They are sure to be a hit at your next bake sale!

Ingredients

• Crust:
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
• Filling:
• 4 large eggs
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• Powdered sugar, for dusting

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and powdered sugar for the crust. Cut in the chilled butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Press the crust mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until lightly golden.
4. Meanwhile, prepare the filling by whisking together the eggs, sugar, lemon juice, flour, and baking powder until well combined.
5. 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 the top is lightly golden.
6. Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the baking dish.
7. Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar. Cut into squares or bars and serve.

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