Lime Bars
Lime Bars are a refreshing dessert with a tangy lime flavor and a buttery crust, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 55 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup fresh lime juice (about 3–4 limes)
- 1 tbsp lime zest
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Crust: In a medium bowl, combine flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press into the bottom of the prepared pan and bake for 18-20 minutes until lightly golden.
- Filling: Beat together eggs, granulated sugar, flour, lime juice, and zest until well combined. Pour over the baked crust.
- Bake for an additional 20-22 minutes, or until the filling is set.
- Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Dust with powdered sugar, cut into bars, and serve.
Notes
- Ensure to use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.
- Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- These bars are best served chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg