Milk Chocolate Lemon Bars

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line an 18cm square baking tin with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, confectioner's sugar, and baking powder.

   Tip: Use a gentle touch to avoid developing the gluten.

3. 3

   Add the cold butter and use a pastry blender or your fingertips to work it into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.

4. 4

   Press the mixture evenly into the prepared baking tin.

5. 5

   Bake for 15 minutes.

6. 6

   While the crust is baking, whisk together the granulated sugar, egg yolks, lemon juice, and milk in a large bowl.

7. 7

   When the crust is lightly golden, remove it from the oven and pour the lemon filling over it.

   Tip: Make sure to get the filling into all the corners.

8. 8

   Return the baking tin to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the filling is set.

9. 9

   Remove the baking tin from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.

10. 10

    Melt the milk chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval.

    Tip: Be careful not to overheat the chocolate.

11. 11

    Pour the melted chocolate over the cooled lemon filling.

12. 12

    Refrigerate the bars for at least 2 hours before cutting into squares and serving.

    Tip: This will help the flavors to meld together.