Best Lemon Squares

Lemony custard is baked on top of a simple crust in this recipe for the best lemon squares that has been passed down through many generations.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Process 2 cups flour, butter, and 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar in a food processor until mixture...


Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • Crust:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cold butter
  • 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
  • Custard:
  • 2 cups white sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice, or more to taste
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest, or to taste (optional)
  • confectioners' sugar for dusting

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