Classic Tangy Lemon Bars Recipe

Name: Classic Tangy Lemon Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Crust:; 3 ounces unbleached all-purpose flour (about 2/3 cup); 1.5 ounces white whole-wheat flour (about 1/3 cup); 1/4 cup powdered sugar; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 2 teaspoons grated lemon rind; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced; 2 tablespoons canola oil; Cooking spray; Filling:; 1.5 ounces unbleached all-purpose flour (about 1/3 cup); 1 1/3 cups granulated sugar; 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon rind; 3/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 4 large eggs, lightly beaten; 2 tablespoons powdered sugar

Servings: persons

Crust:
3 ounces unbleached all-purpose flour (about 2/3 cup)
1.5 ounces white whole-wheat flour (about 1/3 cup)
1/4 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons grated lemon rind
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced
2 tablespoons canola oil
Cooking spray
Filling:
1.5 ounces unbleached all-purpose flour (about 1/3 cup)
1 1/3 cups granulated sugar
2 teaspoons finely grated lemon rind
3/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon salt
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons powdered sugar

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Preheat oven to 350u00b0.
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To prepare crust, weigh or lightly spoon 3 ounces (about 2/3 cup) all-purpose flour and whole-wheat flour into dry measuring cups; level with a knife. Combine flours and next 4 ingredients (through 1/8 teaspoon salt) in the bowl of a food processor; pulse to combine. Add butter and oil; pulse 5 to 6 times or until mixture resembles sand. Pour the mixture into an 8-inch square light-colored metal baking pan coated with cooking spray. Lightly press mixture into bottom of pan. Bake at 350u00b0 for 20 minutes.
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To prepare filling, weigh or lightly spoon 5 ounces (about 1/3 cup) flour into a dry measuring cup; level with a knife. Place 5 ounces flour in a large bowl. Add granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons lemon rind, lemon juice, and 1/8 teaspoon salt; stir well with a whisk. Add eggs; gently stir with a whisk until combined. Pour mixture onto hot crust. Bake at 350u00b0 for 23 minutes or just until set. Cool completely on a wire rack. Refrigerate for 2 hours before slicing. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons powdered sugar.
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825

kcal

Calories

Fat

127

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Crust:, 3 ounces unbleached all-purpose flour (about 2/3 cup), 1.5 ounces white whole-wheat flour (about 1/3 cup), 1/4 cup powdered sugar, and more.

Yes, Classic Tangy Lemon Bars falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Classic Tangy Lemon Bars

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