How to Make CREAMY LEMON SQUARES Recipe. Step-by-Step. is perfect for busy families. Comes together quickly with a few staple ingredients!
INGREDIENTS
FOR THE CRUST 20 reduced-fat vanilla wafers, finely crushed 1?2 cup all-purpose flour 1?4 cup brown sugar, packed 1?4 cup unsalted butter or 1/4 cup margarine, cold FOR THE FILLING 1 (8 ounce) package neufchatel cheese, softened 1 cup granulated sugar 2 eggs 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 3 tablespoons lemon zest, minced 1?4 cup lemon juice 1?4 teaspoon baking powder 2 teaspoons powdered sugar (optional)
DIRECTIONS
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F, & line 8" square baking dish with foil, with ends of foil extending over sides of pan [to be used as handles to lift out baked & cooled pastry]. FOR THE CRUST: In medium bowl, combine wafer crumbs, 1/2 cup flour & brown sugar. Cut in butter/margarine with pastry blender or two knives until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press firmly onto bottom of prepared pan. Bake 15 minutes. FOR THE FILLING: Meanwhile, in medium bowl, with electric mixer on medium speed, beat cheese & sugar until well blended. Add eggs & 2 tablespoons flour, mixing well. Blend in 1 tablespoon lemon zest, lemon juice & baking powder. Pour over crust. Bake 25-28 minutes or until center is set. Cool completely, then cover & refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight. If desired, sprinkle with powdered sugar and/or garnish with remaining lemon zest. Cut into squares to serve. Store leftovers in refrigerator.
by: Sydney Mike
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