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How to Make the Best Lemon Bars

by MEGHAN SPLAWN

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A buttery shortbread crust that is sturdy but tender enough to bite through and a thick, luscious filling with a balance of sweetness and tangy lemon brightness.

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Add flour, sugar, powdered sugar, lemon zest, and salt in a food processor. Pulse to combine. 

STEP 1

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Add butter and pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. 

STEP 2

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Pour crust mixture into a parchment lined baking dish and press to create an even layer. 

STEP 3

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Bake crust for 20-25 minutes at 325°F until golden brown. 

STEP 4

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Place the whole eggs, egg yolk, granulated sugar, powdered sugar, zest, and salt in a large bowl and whisk to combine. 

STEP 5

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Whisk in the lemon juice, and then the flour, until combined.

STEP 6

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Pour lemon filling mixture over crust and bake until light brown around the edges, about 15-20 minutes.

STEP 7

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Cool on wire rack for an hour before dusting with powdered sugar and serving. 

STEP 8

Get all the recipe details at thekitchn.com