All Posts / Easy Lemon Bars Recipe
Jump to Recipe Jump to Video Print Recipe
By Rosie
This post may contain affiliate links.
Simple homemade classic lemon bars made with real lemon juice, and a delicious shortbread base!
Table of Contents
- The Easiest, Tangiest Homemade Lemon Bars Recipe
- Homemade Lemon Bars
The Easiest, Tangiest Homemade Lemon Bars Recipe
When I first started my YouTube channel, and blog – homemade lemon bars was one of my first recipes. So many of my viewers loved that recipe. However, when I switched my blog over to a different host, some of my recipes magically disappeared. My recipe for lemon bars from scratch happened to be one of them. I’ve been meaning to post the recipe for years, but it somehow got put on the back burner to other recipes. However, today I am finally going to post my recipe for easy lemon bars!
This recipe is a tad bit different from my original recipe, but no worries. These homemade lemon bars are even better than before! These sweet and tangy lemon bars are simply amazing, and if you’re a lemon lover like me, you’re going to love this recipe for homemade lemon squares!
Print the recipe below & join my mailing list for more free recipes! Don’t forget to subscibe to my YouTube channel too!
Homemade Lemon Bars
Lemon bars are a classic, refreshing dessert that everyone loves. This simple recipe will be a hit wherever you serve them!
Watch Video Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Course Dessert / Treat
Cuisine American
Keyword Lemon Bars
Prep Time 25 minutes minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes minutes
Total Time 1 hour hour 10 minutes minutes
Servings 12 servings
Ingredients
lemon filling:
- 1 & ½ cups granulated sugar
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tsp lemon zest
Shortbread base:
- 1 & ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup softened unsalted butter
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Line a 9x13 baking pan with parchment paper, and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, ground nutmeg, cornstarch, sugar, and salt.
Add the butter to the flour mixture, and mix until it's crumbly .
Place the mixture into the prepared baking pan and press it down into a even layer.
Bake the shortbread base for 20-25 minutes,
Remove from the oven and set aside.
To make the lemon filling:
In a large mixing bowl, add the granulated sugar and flour.
Whisk until well combined.
Add in the eggs, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
Mix until well combined.
Pour the lemon filling over the shortbread.
Bake at 350°F for 20-22 minutes or until the lemon filling is set.
Remove from the oven, and let cool until at room temperature.
Place in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
Sift a little powdered sugar on top.
Serve & enjoy
Video
If you loved this recipe, leave me a review below. This helps futurerecipe makers and ensures continued high-quality recipes for years to come!
©2024 I Heart Recipes
Recipe by: I Heart Recipes
Try these recipes as well!
Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake
No Bake Lemon Cheesecake
Strawberry Jello Poke Cake
MEET THE RECIPE AUTHOR
I’m a Soul Food blogger living in the Pacific Northwest, bringing Southern cooking to gorgeous Seattle, Washington. I was born and raised in the PNW, but my family roots go all the way to Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where my grandparents were born and raised. I live every day to bring the traditional values, recipes, and love of food to life for my family—whether they’re online or in real life. So, welcome to the party, family!
Related Recipes
Chewy Snickerdoodles Bars
Lemon Ice Cream Cake
- See AlsoMochi Donuts Recipe (Mochisadas)
Pecan Praline Candy Recipe
No Bake Lemon Cheesecake
Subscribe by Email
Keep up with all things Rosie & I Heart Recipes and subscribe—it’s FREE!
Reader Interactions
Leave a Comment
Comments
Debbie saysDoes the cornstarch makes it crispy?
Reply
- Rosie says
I wouldn’t say “crispy”, but it definitely adds to the recipe. 🙂
Reply
- Miesha Sanders says
I love this recipe! So easy and it’s delicious!Reply
- Karen Cook says
I love lemons and shortbread, so I am thrilled you decided to post your Lemon Bar recipe…they are beautiful as you are too!Reply
- Rosie says
Thanks so much Karen!! I hope that you have an amazing week!
Reply
- Lady j says
When I put it in refrigerator for 2 hours do I need put top covering over 9 1/2 dish ?
Reply
- Rosie says
Yes, be sure to cover it 🙂
Reply
- Ret says
Hi Rosie,
Being the lemon bar lover that I am, I decided to double the recipe for the filling only. As a result, the strangest thing happened; the crust rose to the top and the filling was underneath. Does this occur with the regular recipe?
Reply
- Rosie says
No, that’s never happened to me.. LOL
Reply
- P. Presley says
I need sugar-free recipes please! Would love lemonbars etc. I want to try all your recipies.
Reply
- Courtney says
I cannot put into words how happy I am that this recipe is back online! It was gone for the longest time and I was so sad. It’s the best lemon bar recipe I’ve ever tried.Reply
