Zesty Lemon Dream Bars

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• Zest of 1 lemon
• Powdered sugar for dusting

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup flour, softened butter, and 1/4 cup powdered sugar. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
3. Bake the crust for 15-20 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from the oven.
4. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons flour, baking powder, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined.
5. Pour the lemon mixture over the baked crust and return to the oven.
6. Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until the filling is set.
7. Let the bars cool completely in the pan, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
8. Once chilled, dust the bars with powdered sugar and cut into squares.
9. Serve and enjoy these delightful lemon dream bars!