Description
Deliciously tangy and creamy lemon squares, perfect for any occasion. These easy-to-make bars feature a buttery graham cracker crust and a luscious lemon filling.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (200 g) graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- 2 cans (14 oz / 395 g each) sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup (120 g) sour cream
- ¾ cup (180 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl until combined.
- Press firmly into the bottom of a greased or parchment-lined 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, then remove from oven to cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together condensed milk, sour cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth and creamy.
- Pour filling over the baked crust and spread evenly.
- Return to oven and bake for 15–18 minutes, until the edges are just set (center should still look slightly soft).
- Remove and cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours (or overnight) to set fully.
- Cut into squares using a sharp knife.
- Optionally dust with powdered sugar or garnish with lemon zest before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the squares are thoroughly chilled before cutting for cleaner slices.
- These squares can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- For a stronger lemon flavor, add more lemon zest.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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