Easy Peazy Lemon Squeezy Bars

Brighten up your dessert table with these irresistible Easy Peazy Lemon Squeezy Bars! Featuring a buttery shortbread crust and a luscious, tangy lemon filling, these bars strike the perfect balance between sweet and zesty. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients like fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and pantry staples, this recipe is as fuss-free as it is flavor-packed. The silky filling pairs beautifully with the golden crust, while a light dusting of powdered sugar adds a touch of elegance to every bite. Perfect for bake sales, brunches, or anytime you need a citrusy pick-me-up, these lemon bars are sure to impress. Ready in under an hour, they make a crowd-pleasing treat that’s as easy as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup unsalted butter
• 0.25 cup granulated sugar
• 4 pieces large eggs
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal later.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine 1.5 cups of all-purpose flour and 0.25 cups of granulated sugar. Cut the 0.75 cups of cold unsalted butter into cubes and work it into the flour mixture using your hands or a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Press the flour and butter mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the 4 large eggs, 1.5 cups of granulated sugar, 0.25 cups of all-purpose flour, 0.75 cups of fresh lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon of lemon zest until smooth and well-combined.

Step 5

Pour the lemon filling over the pre-baked crust, spreading evenly.

Step 6

Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 20-22 minutes, or until the filling is set and no longer jiggly in the center.

Step 7

Remove the lemon bars from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan, then transfer to the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to chill and set.

Step 8

Using the parchment paper overhang, lift the chilled bars out of the baking dish and place them on a cutting board. Cut into 12 squares or your desired serving size.

Step 9

Dust the top of the lemon bars with 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar before serving for a decorative and sweet finish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1045 grams (1045.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3094

Total Fat 94.50g	121%
Saturated Fat 48.40g	242%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 930mg	310%
Sodium 297mg	13%
Total Carbohydrate 543.70g	198%
Dietary Fiber 7.40g	26%
Total Sugars 370.10g
Protein 47.00g	94%

Vitamin D 160IU	800%
Calcium 184mg	14%
Iron 14mg	77%
Potassium 724mg	15%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.5%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 67.7%