How to Make Tart Lemon Triangles - A Step-by-Step Guide

When life gives you lemons, make tart lemon triangles! These delightful treats are the perfect combination of sweet and tangy, with a buttery crust that melts in your mouth. Whether you're hosting a summer BBQ or simply want to enjoy a refreshing dessert, these lemon triangles are sure to be a hit. Best of all, they're easy to make and can be prepared in advance, making them a great option for busy cooks.

The key to the success of these tart lemon triangles is the filling. It's made w...

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Ingredients

  • ⅜ cup butter
  • ¼ cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar for dusting

Information

  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Process butter, 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar and 1 cup flour in food processor 10 seconds, or blend with pastry blender. Pat dough evenly into 9 inch round pie plate.
  • Bake 12 to 15 minutes, until golden.
  • Combine eggs, white sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice and 3 tablespoons flour and mix until smooth; pour mixture over hot crust.
  • Bake 15 to 20 minutes more, until firm. Let cool completely in baking dish. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar and cut into 12 triangles.
  • Nutrition

    291 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 93mg
    • Sodium: 88mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 46g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 31g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 5mg
    • Calcium: 17mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 59mg