Lemon Bars

Method of Preparation

1. Combine all ingredients in a stand mixer.
2. Mix until a dough is formed.
3. Press the dough into a ½ sheet pan lined with parchment paper and bake at 177°C/350°F for about 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
4. Allow to cool completely.

1. Heat lemon puree and set aside.
2. In a small bowl whisk together eggs, sugar and PreGel Five Star Chef Hot Process Pastry Cream Powder.
3. Slowly temper the egg mixture with the hot lemon puree.
4. Return the mixture back to the pot and bring to a boil while stirring constantly.
5. Continuing to stir, allow the mixture to boil for 1 minute and then remove from the heat.
6. Slowly incorporate the butter with an immersion blender.
7. Lastly blend in the PreGel Five Star Chef Fiordica Gel Evolution and then pour on top of your prepared crust (use a metal frame if your sheet pan will not hold all of the filling)
8. Allow the bars to set completely in the fridge or freezer before cutting.