Paula Deen Lemon Bars Recipe
This Paula Deen Lemon Bars Recipe is a classic dessert. It has a buttery crust and a tart top.
Ingredients
- 2 cups of all-purpose white flour.
- 1/2 cup of confectioners' powdered sugar.
- 1 cup of softened unsalted butter.
- 4 large eggs at room temperature.
- 2 cups of granulated white sugar.
- 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour for filling.
- 1/2 cup of fresh lemon juice.
- 1 tablespoon of grated lemon zest.
Instructions
Heat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit first. Lightly grease your 9 by 13 inch pan.
Make the Crust
- Mix 2 cups flour and powdered sugar together. Cut in the soft butter with a fork.
Bake the Base
- Press the dough into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 20 minutes until it is golden.
Mix the Filling
- Whisk the eggs and the granulated sugar well. Add 1/4 cup flour and the lemon juice.
Add the Zest
- Stir in the fresh lemon zest for more flavor. Pour this mixture over the hot baked crust.
Final Baking Time
- Put the pan back into the hot oven. Bake for another 25 minutes until it sets.
Cool and Dust
- Let the bars cool completely on the counter. Sift extra powdered sugar over the top before cutting.
Notes
- Use real butter for the most flavorful crust.
- Fresh lemon juice is better than the bottled kind.
- Do not overbake the lemon filling in the oven.
- Let them cool fully before you try cutting them.
- Use a damp knife to get very clean edges.
- Chill them in the fridge for a firmer texture.
- Sift the sugar right before you serve the bars.