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Easy Creamy Lemon Bars Recipe

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  • Author: Molly
  • Total Time: 3 hours 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Description

These Easy Creamy Lemon Bars offer a delightful balance of tangy lemon filling atop a buttery graham cracker crust. Perfectly baked and chilled, they make a refreshing dessert that’s simple to prepare and sure to impress.

Ingredients

For the Crust

  • 1 1/3 cup graham crackers (about 2-3 small packages)
  • 5 tbsp melted butter
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt

For the Filling

  • 1 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
  • 3 egg yolks
  • 1/2 cup fresh squeezed lemons juice (about 5-6 lemons)

For Serving (Optional)

  • Whipped cream
  • Powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the crust and filling.
  2. Prepare Pan: Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with two parchment paper pieces arranged in a cross. Leave the edges hanging over for easy lifting later.
  3. Make Crust Crumbs: Place graham crackers in a food processor and blend until finely ground into crumbs.
  4. Mix Crust Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, kosher salt, and granulated sugar. Mix well to form a uniform mixture.
  5. Press Crust: Firmly press the crust mixture into the prepared baking pan, making sure it comes up slightly on the sides for structure.
  6. Bake Crust: Bake the crust for 5 minutes, then remove from the oven and allow it to cool slightly while preparing the filling.
  7. Prepare Filling: In a large bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, and freshly squeezed lemon juice until the mixture becomes smooth and homogenous.
  8. Pour Filling: Pour the lemon filling evenly over the pre-baked crust in the pan.
  9. Bake Filling: Bake the bars for an additional 15 minutes until the filling is set and edges start to firm up slightly.
  10. Cool Bars: Remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely at room temperature.
  11. Chill: Refrigerate the cooled lemon bars for at least 3 hours or overnight to achieve a creamy, firm texture.
  12. Serve: Lift the bars out using the parchment paper handles, slice into 12 pieces, and serve optionally topped with whipped cream and/or a dusting of powdered sugar.
  13. Enjoy: Savor the creamy, tangy lemon bars as a refreshing dessert treat.

Notes

  • Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor and brightness.
  • Ensure the crust is firmly pressed to prevent crumbling when served.
  • Chilling is essential for the filling to set properly; do not skip refrigeration.
  • Whipped cream and powdered sugar are optional but add a nice touch to the presentation and taste.
  • Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://recipeglimpse.com/easy-creamy-lemon-bars-recipe/