Lady Bird Johnson Lemon Bars are a classic citrus dessert inspired by the elegant homemade recipes associated with Lady Bird Johnson. These lemon bars feature a buttery shortbread crust topped with a bright and tangy lemon filling dusted with powdered sugar.
Origin of Lemon Bars
Lemon bars became popular in American home baking during the mid-20th century and were often featured in family gatherings, tea parties, and community cookbooks.
Why It’s Loved
These lemon bars are loved for their refreshing citrus flavor and soft, creamy texture paired with a buttery crust.
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Lady Bird Johnson’s 6-Ingredient Lemon Dessert Is All We Want This Spring
12
servings15
minutes35
minutes220
kcalIngredients
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup butter, softened
¼ cup powdered sugar
For the Filling:
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
2 tbsp flour
⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
1 tsp lemon zest
Powdered sugar for dusting
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix flour, butter, and powdered sugar until crumbly.
- Press mixture into a greased baking pan.
- Bake crust for 15–18 minutes until lightly golden.
- In another bowl, whisk sugar, eggs, flour, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
- Pour filling over warm crust.
- Bake for another 20–22 minutes until set.
- Cool completely and dust with powdered sugar.
- Slice into bars and serve.
Notes
- Serving Suggestion: Serve chilled with tea or coffee.
- Tip: Fresh lemon juice gives the best flavor.
- Storage: Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
