Sunny Lemon Squares

By carvalhohm

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
• 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
• 1 cup confectioners’ sugar, plus extra for topping
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 eggs
• 1/2 cup lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon extract

Details

Servings 12
Adapted from mrfood.com

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

In medium bowl, combine 2 cups flour, butter, and 1 cup confectioners’ sugar; mix until crumbly. Press into bottom of 9x13-inch baking dish to form crust; bake 15 minutes.

Meanwhile, in large bowl, with electric beater on medium speed, beat remaining 1/2 cup flour, granulated sugar, eggs, lemon juice, and lemon extract until well blended. Pour over hot crust.

Bake 25 to 30 minutes, or until set.

Allow to cool then cut into squares. Dust with extra confectioners’ sugar and serve.