Sunny Lemon Squares
- SERVES
- 12
- COOK TIME
- 40 Min
Teach your kids a few tasty skills in the kitchen while having fun! Bake up this treat together and enjoy our cheery Sunny Lemon Squares filled with the taste of sunshine.
What You'll Need
- 2 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, divided
- 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
- 1 cup confectioners' sugar, plus extra for topping
- 2 cup granulated sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon extract
What to Do
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
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In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups flour, the butter, and 1 cup confectioners’ sugar; mix until crumbly. Press into bottom of a 9- x 13-inch baking dish to form a crust; bake 15 minutes.
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Meanwhile, in a large bowl, with an electric beater on medium speed, beat remaining 1/2 cup flour, the granulated sugar, eggs, lemon juice, and lemon extract until well blended. Pour over hot crust.
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Bake 25 to 30 minutes, or until set.
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Allow to cool then cut into squares. Dust with extra confectioners’ sugar and serve.
Notes
- Need some more ideas for the best potluck dessert? Then you'll love our collection of 40 Extraordinary Make-Ahead Desserts!
- Try something similar! Our Citrus Bars are another way to get that summer fruity flavor you're craving!
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