MEYER LEMON BARS

Meyer Lemon Bars image

Provided by Ronda Hays

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 c butter, softened
2 c all purpose flour
1/2 c powdered sugar
6 Tbsp meyer lemon juice (about 6 lemons)
4 large eggs, beaten
2 c sugar
1 tsp baking powder
4 Tbsp all purpose flour
non-stick cooking spray

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. In a medium bowl, combine butter, 2 cups flour and powdered sugar using a pastry blender. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9 x 13-inch baking pan that has been sprayed with non-stick cooking spray. Bake for 13 minutes. Remove from oven.
2. Meanwhile in a separate bowl, combine the lemon juice, eggs, sugar, baking powder and remaining 4 tablespoons flour; whisk until smooth.
3. Pour lemon mixture over the baked crust and bake an additional 25 to 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool completely. Sprinkle with sifted powdered sugar and cut into bars.