Lemon Bars

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A Sweet and Tangy Summer Classic

Lemon bars, while lemon is a traditional summer flavor, you can add a little extra to your gatherings – from picnics and brunches – with this classic dessert. Quick and easy to make, these Lemon Bars feature a soft crust and a tangy, sweet filling topped with powdered sugar.

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Lemon bars

Lemon bars

Lemon Bars

Recipe adapted from Better Homes and Gardens

  •             Nonstick cooking spray
  • 2          cups, plus 3 tablespoons, all-purpose flour, divided
  • 1/2       cup powdered sugar, plus additional, for topping
  • 2          tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/4       teaspoon salt
  • 3/4       cup butter
  • 4          eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 1/2    cups granulated sugar
  • 1          teaspoon lemon zest
  • 3/4       cup lemon juice
  • 1/4       cup light cream, half-and-half or milk
  1. Heat oven to 350° F.
  2. Line 9-by-13-inch baking pan with foil; allow overhang. Grease foil with nonstick cooking spray; set aside.
  3. In large bowl, whisk 2 cups flour, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, cornstarch and salt.
  4. Using pastry blender, cut in butter until mixture resembles crumbs. Press mixture into bottom of baking pan. Bake 18-20 minutes.
  5. To make filling: In medium bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, remaining flour, lemon zest, lemon juice and light cream.
  6. Pour filling over hot crust. Bake 15-20 minutes.
  7. Cool completely on wire rack.
  8. Grasp foil overhang and lift from pan. Cut into bars. Sprinkle powdered sugar over bars before serving.

SOURCE:
Culinary.net

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