lemon bars using a Thermomix
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Lemon bars are the sun-kissed delight of the dessert world, bringing a zesty twist that dances on your taste buds. Originating from the 1960s, these tangy treats have become a beloved staple at picnics and potlucks, often sparking debates about whether they should be classified as a dessert or a snack (spoiler: they’re both!). The contrasting textures of the buttery crust and the smooth, tart filling create a harmony that’s simply irresistible. As you take a bite, the bright lemon flavor transports you straight to a summer afternoon, where every moment feels like a warm embrace from the sun. So, grab your apron and prepare to whip up a batch that will leave everyone asking for seconds – or thirds! Fun fact: the zest of the lemon not only adds flavor but also brings a vibrant color that makes these bars look as good as they taste!
Ingredients
- 220 g Flour
- 80 g Icing sugar
- 130 g Butter
- 4 Eggs
- 200 g Granulated sugar
- 80 g Lemon juice
- 3 Tablespoon(s) Lemon zest
- 20 g Cornflour (maïzena)
- 0.5 Bag(s) Baking powder
- 1 Pinch(es) Salt
Steps
- Preheat the oven at 180°C.
- Add 220 g of flour, 80 g of icing sugar in the food processor bowl.
- Cut into small pieces, and add 130 g of butter in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 10sec / 0°C / Speed 6.
- Place the mixture in a baking dish lined with parchment paper. Spread and press the mixture evenly with your hands.
- Cook in the oven at 180°C during 20min.
- Wash the food processor bowl.
- Add 4 eggs, 200 g of granulated sugar in the food processor bowl.
- Add 80 g of lemon juice in a bowl.
- Add 3 tablespoon(s) of lemon zest, 20 g of cornflour (maïzena), ½ bag(s) of baking powder, 1 pinch(es) of salt in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 30sec / 0°C / Speed 4.
- Once the crust is baked, take the dish out of the oven and pour the filling over the hot crust.
- Cook in the oven at 180°C during 25min.
- Let the preparation cool down before cutting it into squares.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
