Pioneer Woman Lemon Bars: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe
Indulge in the delightful tang of Pioneer Woman Lemon Bars: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe. These bars offer a perfect balance of zesty lemon filling atop a buttery, crumbly crust. Ideal for summer picnics, holiday gatherings, or simply as an afternoon treat, these lemon squares are both easy to make and visually appealing. With a dusting of powdered sugar and bright lemon zest, they are sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar (for filling)
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour (for filling)
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4–5 lemons)
- Zest of 2 lemons
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until fluffy. Gradually mix in flour and salt until crumbly.
- Press the crust mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan evenly.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until lightly golden, then cool slightly.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs until frothy; add sugar, flour, lemon juice, and zest. Mix until smooth.
- Pour the filling over the crust and spread evenly.
- Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until set. Cool completely before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 70mg