Best Lemon Bars

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 325° F. Line a 9x13 pan with parchment paper and set aside.

Step 2

In a bowl, combine the melted butter, granulated and brown sugars, vanilla extract and salt together until well combined.

Step 3

Add in the flour, mixing until a thick dough forms.

Step 4

Press into the bottom of your prepared pan. Using a fork, poke holes all over the crust.Bake at 325° For 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 5

While the crust is baking, make the lemon filling.

Step 6

Whisk together the granulated sugar and flour first.

Step 7

Next mix in the eggs.

Step 8

Lastly whisk in the lemon juice until completely combined.

Step 9

Pour over the warm, baked crust and return to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes. The lemon layer should be set when the pan is nudged when they are ready to come out of the oven.

Step 10

Allow for the bars to cool at room temperature for 2 hours and then chill in the fridge for an additional 2 hours before cutting.

Step 11

Sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.