Description
Indulge in the refreshing delight of Creamy Lemon Squares, a perfect dessert for any occasion! These squares feature a buttery graham cracker crust topped with a luscious, tangy lemon filling that strikes the ideal balance between sweetness and tartness. Each bite offers a burst of sunshine, making them an irresistible treat for summer picnics, family gatherings, or simply as a sweet indulgence at home. Easy to prepare and great for making ahead, these creamy lemon squares are sure to please everyone, from kids to adults.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 24 squares graham crackers
- ¼ cup sugar
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 can (12oz) sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and butter an 8-inch square baking pan lined with parchment paper.
- In a food processor, combine graham crackers, sugar, and melted butter. Pulse until fine crumbs form. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Bake the crust for 10-12 minutes until lightly browned; let cool completely.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, and lemon juice until smooth. Pour over the cooled crust.
- Bake again for 15-20 minutes until set and golden brown around the edges.
- Allow to cool completely on a rack; refrigerate for firmer squares before cutting into pieces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg