* Exported from MasterCook *

Monkey Bars

Recipe By :Julie Wilkinson Rousseau
Serving Size : 18 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Bars Cookies

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 cup unbleached flour
1/4 cup confectioner's sugar
1/2 cup butter
2 eggs
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons flour
1 tablespoon grated lemon rind
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
2 tablespoons lemon juice

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Combine 1 cup of flour and confectioners' sugar in a mixing bowl.
Cut in butter until the mixture is crumbly.
Press flour mixture into an 8 or 9-inch square pan.
Bake 15-18 minutes.
In a small bowl, beat eggs and sugar until light in color. Stir in 2
tablespoons of flour, lemon rind, baking powder, and lemon juice.
Pour over baked crust and return to oven for 18-20 minutes, until light
golden brown.
Cool completely. If desired, sprinkle with confectioners' sugar.
Cut into bars.