Lemon Bars I

This recipe levels up by putting lemon bars onto a shortbread base, blending two great ideas into one delightful treat.

• Calories: 133 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup confectioners' sugar
• ¼ cup butter
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• ⅓ cup confectioners' sugar for decoration

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

To make Bottom Layer: Mix one cup flour and 1/4 cup confectioners sugar. Melt the butter and stir into flour mixture.

Step 3

Press flat and even into an 8x8 inch baking dish. Bake for 20 minutes.

Step 4

While baking, make the top layer: Mix 1 cup sugar, 2 tablespoons flour, and the baking powder.

Step 5

Beat eggs and add to mixture, stirring well. Add lemon juice and rind, mix again.

Step 6

Pour over bottom layer; Bake at 350 for 25 minutes. Cool a little, cut into squares while warm; dust with confectioners sugar.