Sunny Lemon Squares

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
• 1 cup butter or margarine, softened
• 1 cup confectioners' sugar, plus extra for topping
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 eggs
• 1/2 cup lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon extract

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 350°F

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups flour, butter, and confectioners’ sugar; mix until crumbly.

3. 3

   Press into the bottom of a 9”x13” baking dish to form and crust.

4. 4

   Bake for 15 minutes.

5. 5

   Meanwhile, in a large bowl with an electric beater on medium speed, beat the remaining 1/2 cup flour, granulated sugar, eggs, lemon juice, and lemon extract until well blended.

6. 6

   Pour over the hot crust.

7. 7

   Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until set.

8. 8

   Allow to cool, then cut into squares.

9. 9

   Dust with extra confectioners’ sugar and serve.