Best 9 Easy Lemon Squares Cooking Light Recipes

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Finding a quick and delicious dessert recipe can be challenging, but this easy lemon squares recipe from Cooking Light is sure to please. Ready in just over an hour, these sweet treats are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a family gathering, a potluck, or just a craving for something tangy and satisfying. Using simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, this recipe takes the guesswork out of baking and guarantees a perfect batch of lemon squares every time.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BEST LEMON SQUARES



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I'd lost my family recipe for lemon squares and spent a lot of time trying new ones that would measure up. None did, but thankfully I recently found the recipe again. Best lemon squares out there.

Provided by beth

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Lemon Dessert Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

cooking spray
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup cold butter
½ cup confectioners' sugar
2 cups white sugar
4 eggs
¼ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup lemon juice, or more to taste
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon lemon zest, or to taste
confectioners' sugar for dusting

Steps:

  • 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 resembles coarse crumbs; press into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the edges of the crust are golden brown, 18 to 22 minutes. Cool crust to room temperature.
  • Beat white sugar, eggs, 1/4 cup flour, lemon juice, baking powder, and lemon zest together in a bowl using an electric mixer until light and fluffy; pour onto the cooled crust.
  • Bake in the oven until custard is set, 25 to 28 minutes. Cool lemon squares completely; dust the top with more confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398.2 calories, Carbohydrate 57.7 g, Cholesterol 102.7 mg, Fat 17.3 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 10.3 g, Sodium 162.9 mg, Sugar 39.4 g

EASY LEMON SQUARES COOKING LIGHT



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Make and share this Easy Lemon Squares Cooking Light recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Nolita_Food

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup granulated sugar
3 tablespoons butter, softened
1 cup all-purpose flour
3 large eggs
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons fresh lemon rind
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • To prepare crust: beat sugar and butter until creamy.
  • Gradually add 1 cup of flour, continuing to beat until mixture resembles fine crumbs.
  • Lightly press into an 8x8" baking dish, bake for 15 minutes, let cool.
  • To prepare topping: beat eggs until foamy, add sugar and the next 5 ingredients.
  • Beat until well blended.
  • Pour mixture over crust, bake for 20-25 minutes.
  • Let cool on wire rack, sift powdered sugar on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117.7, Fat 3.2, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 45.4, Sodium 58.2, Carbohydrate 20.5, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 13, Protein 2.2

LEMON SQUARES



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield approximately 4 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups flour
2 sticks unsalted butter, cut into quarters
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 stick unsalted butter
3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
Zest of 1 lemon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a food processor combine flour, sugar and salt. Add butter and pulse until mixture resembles coarse meal. Turn mixture out onto a 9 by 13-inch baking pan and press into an even layer, covering the pan. Bake in the middle of the oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until layer is light golden brown. While the crust is baking, in a large bowl over simmering water whisk the butter, 3/4 cup sugar and lemon juice until the mixture feels warm, sugar is completely melted and incorporated, and is lighter, about 5 minutes. Remove bowl from heat. Beat eggs with 1 tablespoon sugar until light and frothy. Temper hot lemon mixture into eggs then add eggs back into lemon, whisking constantly. Pour lemon mixture over hot crust, return pan to the oven and bake another 15 to 20 minutes until curd is set and crust is golden brown. Allow to cool completely on a rack. Cut into 2-inch squares.

LIGHT LEMON FLUFF DESSERT



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This came from my grandmother, whose family owned a bakery. My grandmother's was the full-fat version and I didn't want to mess with perfection too much, so I only made a few healthier substitutions. It's sweet, lemony and light, and we occasionally slice fresh strawberries over the top. -Nancy Brown, Dahinda, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/3 cup butter, melted
1 package (.3 ounce) sugar-free lemon gelatin
1 cup boiling water
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Pour milk into a large metal bowl; place mixer beaters in the bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours., In a small bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and butter; set aside 1 tablespoon for topping. Press remaining crumb mixture into a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Chill until set., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Stir in lemon juice; cool., In another bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar and vanilla until smooth. Add gelatin mixture and mix well. Beat evaporated milk until soft peaks form; fold into cream cheese mixture. Pour over crust. Sprinkle with reserved crumbs. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 136mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CREAMY LEMON SQUARES



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The creamy lemon squares of your dreams take just 15 minutes of prep: Stir together a mere three ingredients to create a sunny, puckery filling for the buttery shortbread crust in this dessert.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Time 45m

Yield Makes 16

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for pan
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar, plus more for dusting
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup all-purpose flour, (spooned and leveled)
4 large egg yolks
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
3/4 cup fresh lemon juice (from about 3 lemons)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter an 8-inch square baking pan. Line bottom with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides; butter paper.
  • Make crust: Using an electric mixer, beat butter, sugar, and salt until light and fluffy. Add flour, and mix on low just until combined. Press dough into the bottom and 1/2 inch up sides of prepared pan; prick all over with a fork. Bake until lightly golden, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Make filling: In a large bowl, whisk together yolks, condensed milk, and lemon juice until smooth. Pour over hot crust in pan; return to oven, and bake until filling is set, 25 to 30 minutes. Cool completely in pan.
  • Refrigerate until filling is firm, about 2 hours or up to 3 days. Using paper overhang, lift cake onto a work surface; cut into 16 squares, and dust with confectioners sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189 g, Fat 9 g, Protein 4 g

LEMON SQUARES I



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These bars are perfect on a hot summer day.

Provided by Amanda Regis

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Lemon Dessert Recipes

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup unsalted butter
2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
½ cup sifted confectioners' sugar
2 cups white sugar
4 eggs
1 lemon
6 tablespoons lemon juice
½ teaspoon baking powder
1 ½ cups chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (160 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch pan.
  • To make crust: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the butter, 2 cups of the flour, and confectioners' sugar until fluffy. Scrape mixture into the pan and smooth. Bake 15 minutes.
  • In a medium bowl, beat the eggs and sugar. Grate the rind of the lemon and add the rind, along with 6 tablespoons of lemon juice, to the egg mixture. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of flour and the baking powder over the mixture. Fold in the nuts and mix until well blended. Pour the lemon mixture into the crust.
  • Bake for another 35 minutes, until filling is set. Let cool before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243.2 calories, Carbohydrate 29.4 g, Cholesterol 51.3 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 23.4 mg, Sugar 19.6 g

LEMON SQUARES



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GINA There's something about the smell and taste of fresh lemon that livens a dish right up. I remember my great-great-grandmother always rolled lemons on the counter before slicing them, to get the full flavor and extract all the juices, so I do it, too. I'm having a moment just thinking about watching her. Lemon squares are easy to prepare, and give you an Old South flavor that takes you right back in time. And the confectioners' sugar at the end doesn't hurt one bit.

Yield makes 24 squares

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup cold butter, diced
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar, plus more for dusting
Dash of salt
1 egg yolk, chilled
2 tablespoons ice water
4 large eggs
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
Juice of 3 lemons
Zest of 1 lemon, grated

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and adjust rack to center.
  • Put the butter, flour, confectioners' sugar, and salt in a food processor, and pulse in short intervals until the mixture is crumbly and resembles small peas. Add the cold egg yolk and water to the mixture, and pulse until just mixed. Place the dough on a floured surface, knead just a few times, and form into a disk. Wrap in plastic, and keep in the refrigerator until cold, about 30 minutes.
  • When the dough is cold, roll it out on the floured work surface, and cover the bottom of a 9-by-13-inch pan with it. Bake for 20 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove, and let cool slightly.
  • Whisk together the eggs, sugar, flour, baking powder, lemon juice, and zest in a bowl. Pour the filling over the hot crust.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, until the lemon center sets. Remove from the oven, cool completely, dust with confectioners' sugar, and cut into squares.

LEMON SQUARES



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Make and share this Lemon Squares recipe from Food.com.

Provided by cuisinebymae

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 55m

Yield 25 squares

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup flour
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 eggs, lightly beaten
3 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • For base, combine flour, sugar, and butter.
  • Mix well.
  • Press into a greased and floured 8"X8" square pan.
  • Bake at 325F.
  • for 20 minutes or until golden.
  • For the top, combine sugar, flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • Stir in the eggs.
  • Stir in the lemon juice.
  • Mix well.
  • Pour over the base.
  • Bake at 325F.
  • for 20-25 minutes, or until done.
  • Cool in pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97.9, Fat 4.1, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 24.6, Sodium 68.8, Carbohydrate 14.5, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 10.1, Protein 1.1

LEMON SQUARES



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I'm expected to bring these bars to bridal showers and family gatherings. The combination of sweet and tart tastes is sure to please. -Mary Larson, Maplewood, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups cold butter
TOPPING:
6 eggs, lightly beaten
3 cups sugar
1/2 cup lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine the flour, confectioners' sugar and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly. Pat into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake 16-20 minutes or until set and top is golden brown., For topping, combine the eggs, sugar, lemon juice, baking powder and salt in a bowl. Pour over crust (pan will be full). Bake 16-20 minutes or until set and top is golden brown. Cool. Dust with confectioners' sugar. Cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 128mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use freshly squeezed lemon juice instead of bottled lemon juice.
  • If you don't have a 9x13 inch baking pan, you can use a 9-inch square pan. Just adjust the baking time accordingly.
  • To make sure the lemon squares are cooked through, insert a toothpick into the center of the pan. If it comes out clean, the squares are done.
  • Let the lemon squares cool completely before cutting them into bars. This will help prevent them from falling apart.
  • For a more elegant dessert, sprinkle the lemon squares with powdered sugar before serving.

Conclusion:

These easy lemon squares are a delicious and refreshing treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their bright citrus flavor and creamy texture, they're sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dessert, give these lemon squares a try. You won't be disappointed!

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