I have made this recipe for years. My children always chose it for their birthday party over any other

Prepare the Crust (10 minutes)

1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking dish with melted butter.
2. Make Crumbs: Use a food processor or blender to grind the graham crackers into fine crumbs. Alternatively, place the graham crackers in a zip-lock bag and crush them with a rolling pin.
3. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until well combined and the crumbs are evenly moistened.
4. Press and Bake: Firmly press the crumb mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish using a spatula or the back of a measuring cup to ensure even packing. Bake for 8-12 minutes, or until the crust is lightly golden brown. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.

Make the Lemon Filling (10 minutes)

1. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and sweetened condensed milk until smooth and well combined.
2. Add Lemon Juice: Stir in the fresh lemon juice and whisk until the mixture is fully incorporated and slightly thickened.

Bake and Chill (30 minutes + 1 hour)

1. Pour and Bake: Pour the lemon filling over the cooled crust, spreading it evenly to the edges. Bake for 15 minutes, or until the filling is set. The edges should be slightly golden brown, and the center should be just barely set, as it will continue to firm up while cooling.
2. Cool: Remove the pan from the oven and allow the lemon squares to cool completely on a wire rack at room temperature.

Serve and Enjoy!

1. Chill: Once cool, refrigerate the lemon squares for at least 1 hour, or until the filling is completely chilled and firm.
2. Cut and Serve: Cut into squares and serve cold. Enjoy them plain or with a dollop of whipped cream for an extra touch of indulgence.

These Creamy Lemon Squares are a refreshing treat that balances sweetness and tartness, perfect for satisfying your citrus cravings!