Description
Creamy Lemon Squares are a delightful no-bake treat that combines a buttery graham cracker crust with a tangy and creamy lemon filling, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (200 g) graham cracker crumbs (or digestive biscuits)
- ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- 2 cans (14 oz / 395 g each) sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup (120 g) sour cream
- ¾ cup (180 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl until combined.
- Press firmly into the bottom of a greased or parchment-lined 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, then remove from oven to cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together condensed milk, sour cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth and creamy.
- Pour filling over the baked crust and spread evenly.
- Return to oven and bake for 15–18 minutes, until the edges are just set (center should still look slightly soft).
- Remove and cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours (or overnight) to set fully.
- Cut into squares using a sharp knife.
- Optionally dust with powdered sugar or garnish with lemon zest before serving.
Notes
- For a more intense lemon flavor, add more lemon zest.
- These squares can be made a day in advance for convenience.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg