Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 3 tbsp (22g) all-purpose flour
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2/3 cup (160ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp freshly grated lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions:

  1. Preheat and Prep: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your 8x8 pan with parchment, leaving an overhang on two sides like a handle.
  2. Mix the Base: In a medium bowl, stir together 1/2 cup melted butter, 1/4 cup sugar, vanilla, and salt.
  3. Incorporate Flour: Add 1 cup of all purpose flour. Stir until a soft dough forms and no white streaks remain.
  4. Press and Bake: Press the dough into the pan. Bake for 18-20 minutes until the edges are golden brown and the center looks dry.
  5. Aromatize Sugar: While the crust bakes, rub the lemon zest into the 1 cup of sugar in a large bowl.
  6. Build the Filling: Whisk in 3 tablespoons of flour, then add the 3 eggs and 2/3 cup lemon juice.
  7. Whisk for Smoothness: Whisk vigorously until the mixture is pale and completely smooth with no flour lumps.
  8. The Hot Pour: Pour the filling over the hot crust. Reduce oven to 325°F (160°C) immediately.
  9. The Second Bake: Bake for 22-25 minutes until the edges are set and the center barely wobbles when shaken.
  10. Cool and Chill: Cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for 2 hours. Note: Chilling is mandatory for clean cuts. The Crispest Cod Classic BeerBattered Fish Proper TripleCooked Chips — Forget soggy takeaways Master the authentic British fish and chips with shatt...Classic Warm Banana Pudding with Toasted Meringue — Ditch the instant mix This oven baked banana pudding recipe delivers a rich c...Xmas Cookie Recipes Classic Orange Shortbread Stars — Bake meltinyourmouth Xmas cookie recipes My classic orange shortbread stars a... $img_2$