Lemon Squares Recipe

Name: Lemon Squares
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 Tbsp. butter or margarine; 1/4 c. sugar; 1/4 tsp. salt; 1 c. all-purpose flour; 2 eggs; 3/4 c. sugar; 2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour; 1/4 tsp. finely shredded lemon peel; 3 Tbsp. lemon juice; 1/4 tsp. baking powder; powdered sugar (optional)

Servings: persons

6 Tbsp. butter or margarine
1/4 c. sugar
1/4 tsp. salt
1 c. all-purpose flour
2 eggs
3/4 c. sugar
2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp. finely shredded lemon peel
3 Tbsp. lemon juice
1/4 tsp. baking powder
powdered sugar (optional)

1
In a smal mixer bowl beat butter or margarine until softened. Add 1/4 cup sugar and beat until fluffy.
2
Stir in 1 cup flour. Press dough onto the bottom of a greased 8 x 8 x 2-inch baking pan. Bake in a 350u00b0 oven for 15 minutes.
3
Meanwhile, in the mixer bowl beat eggs.
4
Add 3/4 cup sugar, 2 tablespoons flour, lemon peel, lemon juice and baking powder.
5
Beat about 3 minutes or until slightly thickened.
6
Pour the lemon mixture over the baked layer. Return to the 350u00b0 oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until edges are light golden brown and center is set.
7
Cool.
8
If desired, sift powdered sugar over cookies.
9
Cut into squares.

704

kcal

Calories

Fat

113

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 Tbsp. butter or margarine, 1/4 c. sugar, 1/4 tsp. salt, 1 c. all-purpose flour, 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.

Lemon Squares

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