Creamy Lemon Squares

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour (for the crust)
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for the crust)
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (for the crust)
• 2 large eggs (for the filling)
• 1 cup granulated sugar (for the filling)
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for the filling)
• 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (for the filling)
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest (for the filling)
• Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup of all-purpose flour and 1/4 cup of powdered sugar. Add the softened butter and blend until crumbly.
3. Lightly grease an 8-inch square baking dish and press the crust mixture evenly into the bottom. Bake for 15 minutes or until lightly golden.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, 1 cup of granulated sugar, and 1/4 cup of flour until smooth. Stir in the lemon juice and zest.
5. Pour the lemon filling over the hot crust and return to the oven. Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until the filling is set.
6. Allow to cool completely in the baking dish. Dust with powdered sugar before cutting into squares.
7. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

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