Sunny Lemon Meringue Treats

Think of these bars as the fun, easy-going cousin of the classic lemon meringue pie—same bright, tangy flavors, but way simpler to serve, share, and snack on. With a buttery shortbread crust, zesty lemon filling, and a fluffy, toasted meringue topping, they’re proof that sometimes squares really do beat slices. Lemon Meringue Pie Bars Ingredients Shortbread Base 2¼ cups shortbread cookie crumbs (about 8 oz / 225g cookies) 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted Lemon Layer 1½ cups granulated sugar Pinch of salt ½ cup fresh lemon juice (from 3–4 lemons) Zest of 1 medium lemon 4 large eggs, room temperature…