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Brown Butter Lemon Chess Bars

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Brown Butter Lemon Chess Bars are a delightful treat that perfectly balance buttery richness with zesty lemon flavor. With a golden brown butter crust and a smooth, tangy filling, these bars are sure to impress guests at any gathering. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, they capture the essence of sunshine in every bite. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, these bars will quickly become a favorite dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat until golden brown and nutty, about 5-7 minutes. Let it cool slightly.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the brown butter and granulated sugar until smooth.
  4. Add flour and salt, mixing until just combined. Press this mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, baking powder, and salt until silky.
  6. Pour the lemon filling over the crust and bake for 25-30 minutes or until set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
  7. Allow cooling completely before cutting into squares and dusting with powdered sugar.

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Keywords: For a twist on flavor, consider adding lime or orange zest instead of lemon. These bars can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week or frozen for up to three months.

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