Easy Lemon Dessert with Zest That Comes Together in Minutes
A bright, moist, one-bowl lemon dessert that combines the simplicity of bars with the soft texture of cake—perfectly citrusy and cleanup-friendly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 9 squares 1x
Ingredients
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1/3 cup melted butter
2 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
1 tbsp lemon zest
1/2 tsp baking powder
Pinch of salt
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease or line an 8×8-inch baking dish.
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In one bowl, whisk melted butter, sugar, lemon zest, and juice. Add eggs one at a time and mix until smooth.
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Sprinkle in flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir until just combined.
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Pour batter into pan, smooth the top.
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Bake for 22–26 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
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Cool before adding powdered sugar or glaze.
Notes
For extra lemon flavor, brush with lemon syrup while warm. Store in airtight container for 3 days.