Description
Indulge in the tangy sweetness of these Zesty Lemon Meringue Pie Bars that combine a buttery crust, a luscious lemon filling, and a fluffy meringue topping. Perfect for citrus lovers!
Ingredients
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For the crust:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- pinch of salt
For the lemon filling:
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
For the meringue:
- 4 large egg whites
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the crust: Combine butter, flour, powdered sugar, and salt to make a dough. Press into a greased 9×13-inch pan and bake until golden.
- Make the lemon filling: Whisk sugar, flour, and baking powder. Add eggs, lemon juice, and zest. Pour over crust and bake until set.
- Prepare the meringue: Beat egg whites and cream of tartar. Gradually add sugar and vanilla. Spread over the lemon layer and bake until golden.
- Cool and slice: Cool completely before cutting into bars.
Notes
- For a more intense lemon flavor, increase the lemon zest to 2 tablespoons.
- Use a hot, clean knife to slice the bars neatly.
- Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
