Simple Lemon Bars

1Ingredients

• For crust: 1 cup butter, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 2 cups flour
• For filling: 4 large eggs
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 2/3 cup fresh lemon juice
• Zest of 2 lemons
• Powdered sugar for dusting

2Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13 inch pan with parchment paper.

2. 2

   For crust: Mix butter, powdered sugar, and flour until crumbly. Press into pan.

3. 3

   Bake crust for 20 minutes until lightly golden.

4. 4

   Meanwhile, whisk eggs, sugar, flour, lemon juice, and zest until smooth.

5. 5

   Pour filling over hot crust and bake for 25 more minutes.

6. 6

   Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

7. 7

   Dust with powdered sugar before serving and cut into squares.