Meyer Lemon Bars
Experience the bright, tangy goodness of homemade Meyer lemon bars! With a buttery crust and a luscious sweet-tart filling, these bars are perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a family gathering or a simple afternoon treat. Easy to make and visually stunning, they will delight your taste buds and impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup Meyer lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- Zest of 2 Meyer lemons
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, flour, and baking powder until crumbly. Press this mixture into the bottom of the prepared dish.
- Bake the crust for about 15 minutes until lightly golden.
- While the crust cools, whisk together eggs, remaining granulated sugar, Meyer lemon juice, and zest until smooth.
- Pour the filling over the warm crust and bake for another 20-25 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Let cool completely before dusting with powdered sugar and cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider incorporating vanilla or almond extract into the filling. - If you don't have Meyer lemons on hand, substitute with regular lemons mixed with a little orange juice for sweetness.