These Creamy Lemon Squares are a delightful treat with a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and rich flavors. A simple graham cracker crust holds a smooth and luscious lemon filling, creating a dessert that is both elegant and easy to make.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
Ingredients: Quantity
Butter, melted and cooled 4 tablespoons (plus more for pan)
Graham cracker crumbs 1 ½ cups
Sugar ¼ cup
For the Filling
Ingredients: Quantity
Large egg yolks 2
Sweetened condensed milk 1 (14 oz) can
Fresh lemon juice ½ cup (about 3 lemons)
Instructions:
Preheat Oven & Prepare Pan:Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush an 8-inch square baking dish with melted butter and line the bottom with parchment paper, leaving a 2-inch overhang on two sides to use as handles.
Make the Crust:In a food processor, finely grind the 1 ½ cups of graham crackers. Add in the ¼ cup of sugar and 4 tablespoons of melted butter and pulse until the mixture is well blended and crumbly.Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish and about 1 inch up the sides.
