Shaker-Style Lemon Bars

Shaker-Style Lemon Bars are a classic American dessert that originated in the Shaker communities of the 19th century. They are known for their tangy lemon flavor and buttery crust.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 105 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Shaker-Style Lemon Bars

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 45 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
• 0.75 cup Unsalted butter, cold
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 3 unit Large eggs
• 0.5 cup Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
• 2 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9 inch baking dish.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Cut in the cold unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until lightly golden.
4. In another bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, and all-purpose flour until well combined.
5. Pour the lemon mixture over the baked crust. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until set.
6. Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the baking dish on a wire rack.
7. Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar. Cut into bars and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 34g12%

Sugars 20g

Protein 3g6%

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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.