Lemon Butter Bars

Lemon bars are a classic bar to make any time of year.

Preparation time: 30 min Baking time: 33 min

Yield: 16 bars

Crust Ingredients:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup Butter, softened
1/4 cup sugar

Filling Ingredients:
3/4 cup sugar
2 Eggs
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon baking powder

Topping Ingredients:
Powdered sugar

Heat oven to 350°F. Combine all crust ingredients in small bowl. Beat at low speed, scraping bowl often, until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press onto bottom of ungreased 8-inch square baking pan. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.

Meanwhile, combine all filling ingredients except powdered sugar in small bowl. Beat at low speed, scraping bowl often, until well mixed. Pour filling over hot, partially baked crust. Continue baking for 18 to 20 minutes or until filling is set.

Sprinkle with powdered sugar while still warm and again when cool. Cut into bars.