Description
These zesty Lime Bars feature a buttery, golden crust topped with a smooth and tangy lime filling. Perfectly balanced between sweet and tart, they are easy to make and a refreshing treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Crust:
- 1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup (30 g) powdered sugar
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup (113 g) butter, cut into 8 pieces
Filling:
- 1 ¼ cup (250 g) granulated sugar
- ¼ cup (30 g) all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp lime zest
- ⅔ cup (159 ml) fresh lime juice
- drop of green (+ yellow) food coloring, optional
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease or line an 11×7-inch baking dish with parchment paper that overhangs 2-inches on both sides.
- Make the crust. Combine flour, powdered sugar, salt, and butter in a food processor. Pulse until mixture resembles fine crumbs. Press the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prepare the filling. While the crust bakes, whisk together granulated sugar and flour in a bowl. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in lime zest, fresh lime juice, and a drop of green (and yellow) food coloring if desired. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Bake the filling. Pour the lime filling over the hot crust. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes until the filling is set and no longer jiggles when gently shaken.
- Cool and chill. Let the baked bars cool completely in the pan for about 1 hour. Then refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours until fully chilled and firm.
- Serve. Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan. Cut into squares and serve cold. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.
- Press the crust firmly into the pan to create an even base.
- For easier cutting, chill the bars thoroughly before slicing.
- Food coloring is optional and can be omitted if you prefer a natural look.
- Store bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
