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
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- 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.
- Press the crust mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Meanwhile, prepare the filling by whisking together the eggs, sugar, lemon juice, flour, and baking powder until well combined.
- 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.
- Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the baking dish.
- Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar. Cut into squares or bars and serve.
