lemon squares

Tangy dessert squares

Lemon squares are a baked dessert consisting of a buttery shortbread crust topped with a tangy lemon custard filling, typically cut into small squares or bars and dusted with powdered sugar.

They're a staple of potlucks, bake sales, and tea parties: She brought lemon squares to the office.

Also called lemon bars.

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sweet · lime · crust · graham cracker crust · recipes · baking sheet · zesting · tangy · treat · potluck · citrus · citrus zest · dusted · bake sale favorite · church potluck · cookie exchange · heavenly treat · refreshing

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perceived sophistication/occasion

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lemon, square, lemons, lemony, squares, squared, squaring, squarely, squareness

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Known to kids · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G