Shortbread Lemon Bars
Taste of Home
I've put together two family cookbooks over the years, and this recipe ranks among my favorites. These special lemon bars have a yummy shortbread crust and a refreshing flavor. I'm never afraid to make this dessert for guests since I know it will be a hit.
SERVINGS: 36
CATEGORY: Lower Fat
METHOD: Baked
TIME: Prep: 25 min. Bake: 15 min. + chilling
Ingredients:
- 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
- 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
- 1 teaspoon grated orange peel
- 3/4 cup cold butter
- FILLING:
- 4 eggs
- 2 cups sugar
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
- 2 teaspoons grated orange peel
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- TOPPING:
- 2 cups (16 ounces) sour cream
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions:
In a food processor, combine the flour, confectioners' sugar, and lemon and orange peel. Cut in butter until mixture is crumbly; process until mixture forms a ball. Pat into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 12-14 minutes or until set and the edges are lightly browned.
In a large mixing bowl,combine all the filling ingredients; mix well. Pour over hot crust. Bake for 14-16 minutes or until set and lightly browned.
In a bowl, combine topping ingredients. Spread over filling. Bake 7-9 minutes longer or until topping is set. Cool on a wire rack. Refrigerate overnight. Cut into bars just before serving. Store in the refrigerator. Yield: 3 dozen.