Best 8 Magic Lemon Squares Recipes

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For those with a sweet tooth and a craving for something tangy and refreshing, magic lemon squares are a delightful treat that offer a perfect balance of flavors. This classic dessert combines a buttery, crumbly crust with a luscious lemon filling that bursts with zesty citrus goodness. Whether you're looking for a comforting snack or a special dessert to impress your guests, magic lemon squares are sure to satisfy your cravings and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

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

LEMON SQUARES



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     dessert

Time 1h

Yield 15 squares

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup (2 sticks) butter, at room temperature
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar, plus more for sprinkling
4 large eggs
5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from about 2 large lemons)
2 tablespoons grated lemon zest
2 cups granulated sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • For the crust: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter. Mix the flour and confectioners' sugar in a bowl and add the melted butter, mixing until a dough forms. Press the mixture firmly into a 9- by 13- by 2-inch pan. Bake the crust for 25 minutes.
  • For the filling: While the crust is baking, with an electric mixer, combine the eggs, lemon juice and zest until smooth. Add the granulated sugar, flour, baking powder and salt, and beat until smooth. Pour the mixture over the baked crust. Bake for 20 minutes more.
  • Remove the pan from the oven and let it cool completely. Sprinkle the top with confectioners' sugar. Cut into squares and serve.

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

MAGIC LEMON SQUARES



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

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 30m

Yield 1 8-inch square cake

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup quick oats
1 cup flour
1/2 cup flaked coconut
1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine, melted
1 (300 ml) can Eagle Brand Condensed Milk
1/2 cup realemon brand lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350F (325F if using a glass dish).
  • In medium bowl, combine oats, flour, coconut, nuts, sugar, baking powder, and butter. Stir to a crumbly mixture. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, combine milk and lemon juice.
  • Pat 1/2 of crumb mixture evenly in bottom of pan. Spread milk mixture over and sprinkle remaining crumb mixture on top.
  • Bake 25-30 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool thoroughly before serving.

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

INCREDIBLE LEMON SQUARES



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There are many lemon square recipes, but I think this is one of the best. I sometimes combine fresh lime and lemon juice to give the squares a different twist.

Provided by Jan in Lanark

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h

Yield 32 squares

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup butter (preferably) or 1 cup margarine, at room temperature
1/2 cup icing sugar, plus
1 tablespoon icing sugar
2 1/3 cups flour
4 eggs
1 3/4 cups sugar
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon baking powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • In medium bowl, cream butter and 1/2 cup icing sugar.
  • Add 2 cups flour and stir with wooden spoon until well combined.
  • Pat evenly into a 13 by 9 inch baking pan. Bake for 20 minutes.
  • Combine eggs, sugar, remaining 1/3 cup flour, lemon juice and baking powder in blender container; cover and blend for 5 seconds. Scrape down sides of blender and blend another 5 seconds.
  • Pour over partially baked crust and bake another 25 minutes or until light brown.
  • Cool completely on wire rack.
  • Sprinkle with remaining icing sugar.
  • Cut into 32 squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146.4, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 41.7, Sodium 55.5, Carbohydrate 20.8, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 13.6, Protein 1.8

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.

MAGIC LEMON SQUARES RECIPE - (5/5)



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Provided by á-2795

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup quick oats, uncooked
1 cup flour
1/2 cup flaked coconut
1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted
1 can sweetend condensed milk
1/2 cup lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F. In a bowl combine oats, flour, coconut, nuts, sugar, baking powder and butter, mix until crumbly. Combine sweetened condensed milk and lemon juice. Pat 1/2 mixture evenly on bottom of 9x9 pan. Spread milk mixture and sprinkle the remaining crumbs. Bake 25-30 minutes.

Tips:

  • Use a good quality lemon. Fresh, juicy lemons will give your Lemon Squares the best flavor. Avoid using bottled lemon juice, as it can be bitter and harsh.
  • Don't overbeat the batter. Overbeating the batter can result in tough, dense Lemon Squares. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the Lemon Squares until they are just set. Overbaking will dry them out. The Lemon Squares are done when the center is slightly jiggly.
  • Let the Lemon Squares cool completely before cutting them. This will help them to hold their shape.
  • Serve the Lemon Squares with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. This will make them even more delicious!

Conclusion:

Lemon Squares are a classic dessert that is loved by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be enjoyed year-round. With their bright citrus flavor and creamy, gooey texture, Lemon Squares are sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. So what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try today!

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