Lemon Squares with Nilla Wafer Crusts
Lemon squares are believed to have originated in the United States and have since become a popular dessert for lemon lovers around the world.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.
Ingredients
- 8 ounce Nilla wafers
- 1 cup Butter
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
- 0.5 cup Lemon juice
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a food processor, pulse the Nilla wafers until finely crushed.
- In a medium bowl, combine the crushed Nilla wafers, melted butter, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, flour, salt, and lemon zest. Mix well.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9x9-inch baking dish.
- Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and set aside.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining 3/4 cup granulated sugar, lemon juice, and eggs until well combined.
- Pour the lemon mixture over the crust and return to the oven.
- Bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the filling is set.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 1 hour.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Cut into squares and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 260kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 14g22%
- Total Carbohydrate 32g11%
- Sugars 22g
- Protein 2g4%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.