Easy Lemon Squares

Steps

1. 1Pre-heat oven to 350F (180C). Lightly grease and flour an 8x8 inch (20x20cm) square cake pan or line with parchment paper.
2. 2SHORTBREAD BASE
3. 3In a medium bowl, beat on medium speed the butter and powdered sugar until combined then add the flour and salt, beat again until a soft dough forms (approximately 1½ minutes). Pat evenly onto the bottom of the prepared baking pan. Bake 18-20 minutes. Remove from oven, but leave it on, let the crust cool before adding the filling.
4. 4LEMON FILLING
5. 5Meanwhile in a medium bowl, beat together, the eggs, granulated sugar, baking powder, fresh lemon juice, pinch of salt and zest. If you are worried about the filling sinking to the bottom then add 2-4 tablespoons of all purpose flour.
6. 6Pour over the cooled crust (not hot) baked crust and return to the oven for 20-25 minutes (until the centre is set, I baked mine for 25 minutes, may need to go a bit longer).
7. 7Cool in the pan, I recommend that you also chill in the fridge for 1 hour for easier cutting, cut into squares, remove from pan, dust with powdered sugar and serve. Enjoy!