Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Creamy Lemon Squares, a refreshing dessert that perfectly balances sweetness and tartness. These squares are incredibly easy to make, making them an ideal treat for any occasion—whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply craving a zesty snack at home. With their creamy filling made from fresh lemon juice and sweetened condensed milk, every bite brings a burst of sunshine to your palate. Serve them chilled for an extra refreshing touch and watch as they become the star of your dessert table. Enjoy the beautiful presentation of these vibrant yellow squares that are sure to impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 24 graham cracker squares
- ¼ cup sugar
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 can (12oz) sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Butter and line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a food processor, pulse graham crackers until fine crumbs form. Add sugar and melted butter; pulse until combined.
- Press the crust mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan and bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly browned.
- In a bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk and egg yolks until smooth. Stir in lemon juice.
- Pour filling over cooled crust and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until set.
- Allow to cool completely on a cooling rack, then refrigerate before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (66g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in some fresh lemon zest into the filling. Serve with fresh berries or whipped coconut cream for an enhanced dessert experience.