Lemon Bars

Directions

1. 1
   To prepare the crust, preheat the oven to 180C.
2. 2
   Place the flour in a bowl with the powdered sugar, the grated peel of 1 lemon, and the salted butter, cut into pieces, use the tips of your fingers to combine the ingredients into an oatmeal-like consistency.
3. 3
   Line an 18 x 18 centimeter cake pan with wax paper and place the crust inside pressing it well and evenly with your hands or by using a weight.
4. 4
   Bake for approximately 20 minutes.
5. 5
   To prepare the lemon filling, use a whisk to beat the eggs with the sugar in a bowl.
6. 6
   Incorporate the two types of flour, add the lemon juice and peel and mix well.
7. 7
   Pour the filling over the warm crust and bake for an additional 25 to 30 minutes at 180C.
8. 8
   Remove the cake pan from the oven and cool completely.
9. 9
   Cut the lemon bars into small squares and sprinkle with powdered sugar.
10. 10
    Refrigerate and serve chilled.