Lemon Squares

Lemon squares are believed to have originated in the United States and have become a popular dessert in many countries around the world.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.

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Lemon Squares

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 9 Calories: 2250

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 115 gram Butter
• 150 gram All-purpose flour
• 100 gram Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 2 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 unit Eggs
• 50 gram Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the butter, flour, and 50 grams of granulated sugar. Mix until crumbly.
3. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
4. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden.
5. In another bowl, whisk together the remaining granulated sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, and eggs.
6. Pour the lemon mixture over the baked crust.
7. Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until set.
8. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
9. Sprinkle powdered sugar over the top.
10. Cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 9

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 27g9%

Sugars 18g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.