Creamy Lemon Squares
Creamy lemon squares with a buttery graham cracker crust and tangy citrus filling—sweet, tart, and the perfect dessert for any gathering or sunny day treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 9 squares
- Category: Dessert, Baking, Bars
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Lemon Filling:
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
2 egg yolks
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
For the Crust:
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup sugar
4 tablespoons butter, melted and cooled
Instructions
Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan with butter or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
Prepare Crust:
In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the texture resembles wet sand.
Bake Crust:
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan to form an even crust. Bake for 10 minutes or until lightly golden. Cool for 30 minutes.
Make Lemon Filling:
In a separate bowl, whisk together egg yolks and sweetened condensed milk until smooth. Gradually whisk in lemon juice until the mixture is creamy and well combined.
Assemble:
Pour the lemon filling over the cooled crust and spread evenly.
Bake Again:
Bake for 15 minutes, or until the center is just set.
Cool & Chill:
Remove from the oven and let cool completely. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour until firm.
Serve:
Slice into squares and serve chilled. Top with whipped cream, a dusting of powdered sugar, or fresh berries for garnish.
Notes
Use fresh lemon juice for the best bright flavor.
Let the bars cool fully before slicing for clean edges.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
For a twist, add a touch of lemon zest to the filling for extra citrusy aroma.
Find it online: https://allrecipesmade.com/creamy-lemon-squares/
