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Tangy Sweet Bars

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Yield: About 16 bars
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Bake Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour

  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar (for crust)

  • 1/4 tsp salt

  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar (for filling)

  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (for filling)

  • 1/2 tsp baking powder

  • 1/4 tsp salt

  • 1/3 cup (80ml) fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)

  • 1 tbsp lemon zest (finely grated)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

  • In a bowl, mix 1 cup flour, 1/2 cup sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt. Cut in butter until crumbly. Press into an 8×8-inch pan. Bake 15-18 minutes until light golden.

  • In another bowl, whisk eggs, 1 cup sugar, 2 tbsp flour, baking powder, salt, lemon juice, and zest until smooth.

  • Pour filling over crust and bake 18-20 minutes until just set.

 

  • Cool completely, then refrigerate 2+ hours before cutting.