Creamy Lemon Squares
Indulge in the refreshing taste of Creamy Lemon Squares, a delightful dessert that combines a smooth, creamy filling with a crisp graham cracker crust. Bursting with zesty lemon flavor, these squares are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or enjoying a quiet afternoon treat. Easy to prepare and make ahead of time, these lemon squares will impress your family and friends with their bright taste and satisfying texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 24 squares graham crackers
- ¼ cup sugar
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 can (12 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Butter and line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a food processor, pulse graham crackers into fine crumbs. Add sugar and melted butter; pulse until combined.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust. Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly browned and cool completely.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk and egg yolks until smooth. Stir in fresh lemon juice.
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until set.
- Allow to cool completely before refrigerating for at least one hour before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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