Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Rest Time 1 hr
Total Time 1 hr 45 mins
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Cooking Temp: 180  C
Servings: 9
Best Season: All Seasons
Description

These Earl Grey Lemon Bars are a sophisticated twist on a classic dessert. With a buttery shortbread base and a zesty lemon filling infused with the fragrant notes of Earl Grey tea, this treat is perfect for afternoon tea or any occasion. The balance of floral and citrus flavors will leave you craving more!

Ingredients
    For the Base:
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1 tbsp Earl Grey tea leaves, finely crushed
    • For the Filling:
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp Earl Grey tea leaves, finely crushed
  • 2 of Zest lemons
  • ½ cup fresh lemon juice
  • ¼ tsp salt
    • For the Garnish:
  • Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
    Prepare the Base
  1. 1
    Preheat your oven to 180°C and grease an 8x8-inch baking pan. Line with parchment paper for easy removal. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, powdered sugar, salt, and crushed Earl Grey tea leaves. Add the cold cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the base. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.
    2. Prepare the Filling
  2. 2
    In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar until smooth and slightly frothy. Sift the flour, cornstarch, and salt together, then gradually whisk into the egg mixture until smooth. Stir in the crushed Earl Grey tea leaves, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Pour the lemon mixture over the cooled base, spreading it evenly.
    3. Bake the Lemon Bars
  3. 3
    Return the pan to the oven and bake for another 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 1 hour to help the filling set.
    4. Serve
  4. 4
    Dust the top of the bars with powdered sugar before cutting into squares. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Note

Ensure the butter is cold when preparing the base for a flakier texture.

For a stronger tea flavor, you can steep the Earl Grey tea in a small amount of hot water before adding it to the filling, though the crushed leaves work well too.

Store leftover bars in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

For added flavor, try adding a touch of vanilla extract to the filling.

Keywords: Earl Grey, Lemon Bars, Tea-infused Dessert
Read it online: https://petitepanini.com/recipe/earl-grey-lemon-bars-recipe/