Tasty Lemon Dessert Recipe of the Day: Homemade and Delicious – Cooking Ideas and Tips — Lemon

Tasty Lemon Dessert Recipe of the Day bursting with citrus flavor, perfect for sweet tooth cravings. Ingredients and instructions provided for homemade treat using lemon, sugar, cornstarch, and pre-made pie crust. #Dessert #Lemon #recipe #homemade #tastyfoodrecipe #cookingideasandtips

• 1. “Tasty Lemon Dessert Recipe of the Day: Homemade and Delicious”

Homemade Lemon Bars

Ingredients (Serves 12):

• For the crust:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (or almond flour for gluten-free)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed) or vegan butter

• For the lemon filling:

  • 3 large eggs (or 3/4 cup aquafaba for a vegan option)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2-3 lemons)
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • A pinch of salt

• For dusting:

  • Powdered sugar (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Crust:

   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
   • In a bowl, combine flour and sugar. Add cold butter cubes and mix with a pastry cutter or your hands until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
   • Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared dish. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until lightly golden. Let cool.

2. Prepare the Lemon Filling:

   • In a mixing bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, and flour until smooth. Add lemon juice, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt. Mix well.
   • Pour the filling over the cooled crust.

3. Bake:

   • Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly firm to the touch.
   • Allow the lemon bars to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

4. Finish and Serve:

   • Once chilled, dust the top with powdered sugar (if desired) and slice into squares or rectangles. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Pro Tips:

• Zest first: Always zest the lemons before juicing them for maximum efficiency.
• Avoid soggy crusts: Ensure the crust is fully baked and cooled before adding the filling.
• Tartness level: Adjust sugar slightly to match your preferred sweetness-to-tartness ratio.

These Homemade Lemon Bars are perfect for any occasion, from picnics to dinner parties. 🍋 Enjoy the zesty goodness!