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Gooey Lemon Bars

60-MinutesDessertsDiner-StyleFinger FoodFruitKid-FriendlyLow-CostOld-FashionedOvenParty FoodPotluckSourSweetVegetarian
Time :55 minutes
Yield :36 servings
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Buttermilk lemon bar with whipped cream on a white plate in front of a gray stone countertop, fresh baked dessert with lemon zest and powdered sugar, perfect for spring or summer treats, from Hey Recipe site.

The Scoop

When life gives you lemons, make dessert!
These gooey lemon bars pair a buttery, golden crust with a yummy, tangy lemon filling that lands right between creamy and chewy.
Sweet, zesty, and ridiculously easy to love, they’re the kind of bake that disappears before you’ve even finished cutting the second row.
Hack it:
Add fresh lemon zest to both the crust and filling for an extra citrusy punch.
Swap some of the lemon juice for lime or orange juice for a different citrus twist.
Add a little vanilla or almond extract to the crust for extra depth.
Add fresh berries on top or serve with whipped cream for a more dessert-y finish.
For a crunchier contrast, fold finely chopped pistachios or toasted almonds into the crust.
Leftovers:
Crumble the bars over vanilla ice cream for an instant lemon dessert sundae.
Layer pieces with whipped cream and berries for lemon bar parfaits.
Turn them into bite-sized dessert cubes for a party platter.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 2 cups white sugar, divided
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 4 eggs
  • 2 lemons, juiced

Directions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a medium bowl, blend the softened butter, 1/2 cup of white sugar, and 2 cups of flour.
  • Press the butter mixture into the bottom of an ungreased 9x13-inch pan.
  • Bake the crust until firm and golden, about 15-20 minutes.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining sugar and remaining flour.
  • Add the eggs and lemon juice and whisk to combine.
  • Pour the lemon mixture over the baked crust.
  • Bake until cooked through, about 20 minutes. The bars will firm up as they cool.
  • Allow the bars to cool completely.
  • Cut and serve.
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