These Tangy Lemon Squares are oh-so-delicious and oh-so-popular with the kids too! There are two parts to them: the crumbly, buttery base which you pre-bake so it gets golden and crisp; and the tart, sweet, creamy lemon filling which you spread over afterward and bake again. The lemon curd remains soft and luxurious, while the base is crunchy – together they work a treat!
I’ve been adjusting the quantity of lemon juice in this recipe for a while to get the perfect amount – enough to make it really lemony but not too much to make it sour. You can of course adjust the quantity to your own taste. Give these a try – they will disappear from the kitchen table in no time!
To make the Tangy Lemon Squares, you will need the following ingredients:
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Beat the softened butter, 2 cups of the flour, and 1/2 cup of the sugar together in a bowl. Tip the mixture into a 9x13 inch dish (you don’t need to grease it) and press down with the back of a spoon.
Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden on the top.
Combine the rest of the sugar and remaining flour in a bowl. Whisk in the eggs and lemon juice until well combined. Pour the mixture over the baked biscuit base.
Put the pan back in the oven and bake for a further 20 minutes.
Remove and leave to cool, before cutting into squares and serving.
Try these Tangy Lemon Squares dusted with a sprinkling of powdered sugar to make them look extra special! And tell me what you think about the lemoniness - too much, too little, or just right? I’d love to hear from you so give me a shout-out in the comments section below!
Superb! These lemon squares were the hit at our family gathering. My kids couldn’t get enough of them. Will definitely make again!
Simply great recipe!
Amazing! I made these lemon squares for my husband's birthday and they were a hit! The tangy flavor brought us summer vibes, even in winter. We'll definitely make them again!
Yummy!
These lemon squares are the bomb! Made 'em with my kids last weekend, total hit.
Yummy! Delicious jello!
These lemon squares are a family hit. I made them for my kids’ party, and they were gone in minutes. So easy!
