Is it a cake? Or a biscuit? These easy Lemon Bars will take you to heaven and back as your tastebuds linger on their sweet tartness. It’s a decadent wonder my family can’t get enough of! I bet you can’t eat just one (maybe not even two 😉). The lemon custard and shortbread crust have a dynamic flavor that is so hard to resist. In fact, I fall in love over again every time I bite into this exquisiteness. So spread the love by making a batch or two.

Recipe Ingredients

Shortbread Crust Lemon Filling

How to Make Easy Lemon Bars

Shortbread Crust

Overlay Parchment Paper – Preheat oven to 350℉/175℃. Line the bottom of a 9×13 baking sheet with enough parchment paper that the extra runs over the side of the pan. This will make it easier to take them out when they’re done.  Mix the butter, sugar, vanilla, and salt in a large bowl with an electric mixer until light and creamy.  Add Flour – Stir in flour and mix until fully incorporated.  Transfer – Pat the dough evenly across the entire bottom of the lined baking pan. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until it’s slightly browned.

Lemon Filling

Whisk eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla in a large bowl. Add sugar and flour, and continue whisking until thoroughly combined.  Assemble – Pour filling over baked crust. Bake – Return to oven and bake for about 22- 25 minutes, or until the center is set and the lemon filling no longer jiggles.  Chill – Remove from oven and let it cool completely (about an hour). Then cover and refrigerate it for 1-2 hours or overnight. Serve – Dust with powdered sugar, slice, and serve.

Recipe Variations

Tips and Tricks

Make-Ahead Instructions

These guys are best made ahead and chilled. Win-win!

Serving and Storage Instructions

Allow these easy lemon bars to cool and firm up. Some people like them at room temperature, but others prefer them chilled and topped with homemade whipped cream. Leftovers are rare, but they’re even better the next day, and they’ll last 4-5 days covered in the fridge. Also, you can totally freeze them in a freezer-safe container for 4 months. I like putting a layer of parchment paper between them, so I can pop out what I want. You can thaw the bars in the fridge overnight, but they’re like ice cream if you eat them frozen.😋

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Conclusion

This epic comfort food easy lemon curd bars make a fantastic dessert or snack. Want to see more awesome recipes like this? Subscribe to my free newsletter! 😍

Watch How to Make It

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