Ingredients for Lemon Almond Squares
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for filling)
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for crust) + 1 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 4 ounces (113g) almond paste
- Fresh Lemon Juice
- Lemon, Zest Of
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How to Make Lemon Almond Squares
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x9 inch baking pan.
- **Make the crust:** In a large bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cut in 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, using a pastry blender or your fingers, until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until lightly golden brown. Let cool completely.
- **Make the filling:** In a medium bowl, beat 2 large eggs with 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in 4 ounces (113g) almond paste until smooth.
- Stir in 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon lemon zest, and 1/4 cup all-purpose flour until just combined.
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust.
- Bake for 17-20 minutes, or until the filling is set but not browned.
- Let cool completely in the pan before refrigerating for at least 30 minutes to allow it to set completely.
- Dust with powdered sugar before cutting into squares. For easier cutting, dip your knife in hot water between cuts.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
2 g
Sugar
43g
Fat
20g
Carbs
6g
