Tangy Lemon Bars
Desserts

Tangy Lemon Bars

★★★★½ (4.6)

A buttery shortbread crust meets a bright, tangy-sweet lemon curd filling that sets into perfect sliceable bars -- finished with a dusting of powdered sugar for a classic bakery-case look.

20 min Prep
45 min Cook
200 min Total
16 bars Servings
  • Bright, tart lemon filling balanced by a rich shortbread base
  • Dusting with powdered sugar right before serving keeps the top from turning wet
  • Freezes well for up to a month if you want to make them ahead
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar, plus more for dusting
  • +6 more ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon fresh herbs
  1. Preheat the oven to 350F. Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on two sides.

Continue simmering until the sauce reduces and coats the back of a spoon.

Rest the dish for five minutes before serving with your favorite side.

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