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Luscious Lemon-Almond Dream Squares: Citrus Bliss in Every Bite!
Lemon-Almond Squares Recipe 🍋🌰
Overview:
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 16 squares
- Category: Bar Cookie
- Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Lemon, Citrus, Fruit, Nuts, Kid Friendly, < 60 Mins
Ingredients:
| For the Crust: | |
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| 1 cup all-purpose flour | 🌾 |
| 1/4 cup powdered sugar | 🍰 |
| 1/2 teaspoon salt | 🧂 |
| 1/2 cup butter | 🧈 |
| For the Filling: | |
|---|---|
| 2 large eggs | 🥚🥚 |
| 1/2 cup sugar | 🍬 |
| 1 cup almond paste | 🌰 |
| 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice | 🍋 |
| Zest of 1 lemon | 🍋 |
| 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour | 🌾 |
| Powdered sugar, for dusting | 🍰 |
Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Prepare the Crust:
- In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, and salt.
- Cut in the butter until the mixture holds together when pressed.
- Pat this mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch square baking dish.
- Bake the crust until it turns a light golden brown, about 15 minutes.
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Make the Filling:
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and 1/2 cup of sugar together until the mixture becomes thick and pale.
- Add the almond paste to the egg mixture, beating until smooth.
- Mix in the fresh lemon juice and lemon zest.
- Finally, fold in the tablespoon of all-purpose flour.
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Assemble and Bake:
- Pour the prepared filling over the baked crust.
- Bake the squares until the filling is firm but not browned, typically around 17-20 minutes.
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Cool and Serve:
- Allow the lemon-almond squares to cool in the baking dish.
- Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar.
- To serve, cut the squares into neat portions using a knife dipped in hot water for clean slices.
Recipe Notes:
- These Lemon-Almond Squares are a delightful treat for citrus lovers and those who enjoy a nutty crunch in their desserts.
- The combination of zesty lemon and the subtle sweetness of almond paste creates a beautifully balanced flavor profile.
- Ensure the almond paste is at room temperature for easy mixing into the filling.
- For an extra burst of citrus, you can add a bit more lemon zest on top before serving.
Enjoy these squares as a perfect finish to any meal, or pack them for a picnic or a delightful snack with your afternoon tea. Each bite is a burst of sunshine and almond goodness! ☀️🍋
