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Lime Bars

Zesty Lime Bars That Will Brighten Your Day

These Lime Bars combine a buttery shortbread crust with creamy lime custard, making them a refreshing dessert that will brighten your day.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Shortbread Crust
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour can substitute with gluten-free flour blend
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar for best results use this ingredient
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt consider using sea salt for gourmet touch
  • 1/2 cup Butter can use margarine as dairy-free alternative
For the Lime Filling
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 2 large Eggs use egg replacers for vegan versions if needed
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Zest can swap with zest from other citrus fruits
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Lime Juice fresh juice is recommended for optimal flavor
  • a few drops Food Coloring optional for visual appeal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • food processor
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking dish
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Lime Bars
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 11x7-inch baking dish by greasing it with butter or lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a food processor, combine flour, powdered sugar, salt, and butter. Pulse until it resembles fine crumbs. Press into the prepared dish and bake for 18-20 minutes until golden and firm.
  3. Whisk together granulated sugar and flour in a mixing bowl. Gradually add eggs, whisking after each addition. Stir in lime zest and fresh lime juice until blended.
  4. Pour the lime filling over the hot crust and smooth the surface with a spatula. Bake for an additional 18-20 minutes until the filling is set and firm.
  5. Let cool in the dish for 1 hour, then refrigerate for 1-2 hours to finish setting.
  6. Lift the bars out using the parchment overhang, transfer to a cutting board, and slice into squares. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For a smoother filling, whisk well and avoid overbaking. Chill before cutting for easier slicing.

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