Lemon Squares Recipe

Name: Lemon Squares
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour, plus; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, divided; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 1/4 cups sugar, divided; 2 teaspoons lowfat margarine (*Note); 2 teaspoons canola oil (**Note); 1/2 cup egg beaters 99% egg substitute, plus; 2 teaspoons egg beaters 99% egg substitute (***Note, Divided); 1 tablespoon grated fresh lemon rind, divided; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 1 large egg; confectioners' sugar, for dusting

Servings: persons

1 cup all-purpose flour, plus
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided
1/2 teaspoon baking powder, divided
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups sugar, divided
2 teaspoons lowfat margarine (*Note)
2 teaspoons canola oil (**Note)
1/2 cup egg beaters 99% egg substitute, plus
2 teaspoons egg beaters 99% egg substitute (***Note, Divided)
1 tablespoon grated fresh lemon rind, divided
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 large egg
confectioners' sugar, for dusting

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["*NOTE:Original recipe used 1 T butter, softened.", "**NOTE:Original recipe used 1 T canola oil.", "***NOTE:Original recipe used 2 lg egg whites, divided.", "Preheat oven to 350 deg F.", "Lightly coat an 8 x 12"" or 7 x 11"" baking pan with cooking spray.", "In small bowl, stir together 1 C flour, 1/4 tsp baking powder, baking soda and salt.", "In mixing bowl, beat together 1/2 C sugar, lowfat margarine.", "(butter), oil, egg white and lemon rind (zest) with electric mixer until smooth.", "Stir in dry ingredients until blended and crumbly.", "Note: Mine never did get crumbly-- it was a batter.", "Press dough in an even layer in baking pan.", "Note: I just poured it.", "into the baking pan.", "Bake the crust 15- 20 min or until it is puffed all.", "over and browned around the edges.", "Meanwhile, in bowl, combine the remaining 3/4 C sugar, 2 tsp lemon zest, lemon juice, egg, the flour and 1/4 tsp baking powder; whisk until smooth.", "Pour evenly over hot crust and bake about 14- 20 min longer, or until set.", "Let cool completely in pan on a wire rack.", "Cut into squares and dust with.", "confectioner's sugar.", "Note: I omitted the confectioners sugar."]

489

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup all-purpose flour, plus, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, divided, 1/4 teaspoon baking soda, and more.

Yes, Lemon Squares falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Lemon Squares

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