The BEST Lemon Squares Recipe (Easy, Bright & Buttery Bars Everyone Will Love)

If you’re searching for the best lemon squares recipe that’s bright, buttery, and irresistibly fresh, this is it. These easy to make lemon bars are a dreamy spring and summer dessert. Call them what u like, lemon squares or lemon bars. My mom used to make them for me as a kid and these have always been my favorite dessert. Always such a delight as an afternoon treat and till this day I crave them.

These are just perfect for Mother’s Day brunch, tea parties, birthday celebrations or simply treating yourself with something sweet alongside your afternoon coffee or tea. With a soft, melt in your mouth shortbread crust and a tangy, silky lemon filling, these classic lemon squares are so delicious and guaranteed to get compliments every time.

Why You’ll Love These Lemon Squares

These homemade lemon squares are the ultimate balance of sweet and tart. They’re so simple to make! Using fresh lemon juice for a vibrant citrus flavor, they bake into beautiful golden bars that look just as stunning as they taste.

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🍋 Lemon Square Ingredients:

Crust

• 2 sticks unsalted butter, (room temperature)
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Filling

• 6 extra-large eggs, at room temperature
• 2 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 1/2 tablespoons grated lemon zest (about 3–5 lemons)
• 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350°F.

For the Crust:

Mix the butter and sugar until light in the bowl of an electric mixer or by hand. Combine the flour and salt. Add the butter until mixed. Place the dough on a lightly floured clean surface and then shape into a round ball. Flatten the dough by pressing it into a 9 x 13 inch baking pan building up a 1/2 inch edge on the sides. Chill in fridge for 10 mins.

Tip: lining your pan with parchment paper really helps when removing from the pan.

Bake for 15–20 minutes, until lightly golden. Let cool slightly.

For the Filling:

Mix together the eggs, sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, and flour until smooth. Pour over the warm crust and bake for 30–35 minutes, until the filling is baked to perfection.

Allow to cool completely to room temperature before cutting into squares. Finish with a light dusting of powdered sugar. I used this rose stencil for a even fancier batch. I love it because it looks so pretty when serving at a party.

The BEST Lemon Squares Recipe

These lemon squares are light, refreshing, and bursting with sweet & tangy flavor. They’re great for warm weather entertaining or cozy afternoons at home. Serve them on a pretty tray. Pair with tea or coffee, and enjoy a little moment of sweetness. Because sometimes the simplest recipes are the most unforgettable.

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