Description
These Small Batch Lemon Bars have a delicate almond shortbread crust paired with a tangy, smooth lemon filling. Perfect for satisfying your citrus cravings without making a large batch!
Ingredients
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- For the Almond Shortbread Crust:
- 60 g (1/2 cup) all-purpose flour
- 48 g (1/2 cup) almond flour
- 21 g (3 tablespoon) powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 56 g (4 tablespoon) unsalted butter, cold & cubed
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- For the Lemon Filling:
- 100 g (1/2 cup) granulated sugar
- Zest of one lemon
- 8 g (1 tablespoon) cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 78 g (1/3 cup + 1 tbsp) fresh lemon juice
- 2 eggs, room temp
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a small 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal later.
- For the almond shortbread crust: In a food processor, combine all-purpose flour, almond flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Add cold cubed butter and almond extract, pulsing until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Press the crust mixture evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until lightly golden around the edges. Remove from the oven and let it cool while you prepare the filling.
- For the lemon filling: In a medium bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, lemon zest, cornstarch, and salt. Add fresh lemon juice and eggs, whisking until smooth and combined.
- Pour the lemon filling over the cooled shortbread crust. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow the lemon bars to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to fully set.
- Once chilled, cut into small squares and dust with powdered sugar before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- If you prefer a more buttery crust, you can increase the butter slightly.
- To make sure the lemon filling sets properly, avoid overbaking it, as it can cause cracks.
- For an extra burst of flavor, you can garnish the bars with fresh lemon slices or zest before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 55mg