Tuesday, January 27, 2015

Lemon Bars

Lemon bars are my favorite bars because it's not too sweet.

Ingredients:

2 cups flour
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 cup butter
For the topping:
4 eggs
1/4 cup flour
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 tablespoons freshly grated lemon zest
6 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
Powdered sugar

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350 F.
For the crust, mix together the flour, butter and sugar until crumbly.
Pat into bottom and 1/4-inch up sides of a buttered 9x13 inch baking pan. Place in the oven and for 15 to 20 minutes until lightly browned.
Meanwhile prepare topping. Beat eggs slightly.
In a separate bowl, stir together the flour and sugar. Add to the beaten eggs. Beat well.
Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, baking powder, and salt. Beat until smooth.
Pour over the baked crust. Return to the oven and bake 30 minutes more.
Sprinkle with powdered sugar while hot. Allow to cool and cut into bars.