Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easier removal.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter and sugar mixture, mixing until crumbly.
Set aside 1 cup of the crumb mixture for the topping. Press the remaining crumb mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust.
In another bowl, beat the eggs until thick and lemon-colored. Add the sweetened condensed milk, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest. Mix well until fully combined.
Pour the lemon filling over the prepared crust, spreading it out evenly.
Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture over the lemon filling.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is lightly golden brown and the lemon filling is set.
Allow the bars to cool completely in the baking dish. Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar if desired. Cut into squares and serve.
Enjoy the sweet and tangy taste of tradition in every bite!
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