Sweet Lemon Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350.
2. 2
   Line bottom of 8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper.
3. 3
   Mix flour, butter and 1/2 cup confectioners sugar together using hand mixer until fine crumbs form.
4. 4
   Using drinking glass, press crumbs evenly onto bottom of lined baking dish.
5. 5
   Bake until crust is lightly browned, about 15 minutes.
6. 6
   Meanwhile, beat eggs, granulated sugar and salt until light and fluffy.
7. 7
   Add lemon rind and lemon juice.
8. 8
   Blend in cream cheese.
9. 9
   Pour over baked crust.
10. 10
    Return to oven and bake until firm in the center when touched, about 25 minutes longer.
11. 11
    Cool to room temperature; sift remaining confectioners sugar over top.
12. 12
    Cut into 9 squares and cut each of the squares in half diagonally to make triangles.
13. 13
    Serve or store refrigerator.