Description
Margarita Bars offer a zesty embrace of lime and sweetness, capturing the essence of summer in every bite.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- Optional: additional powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- Mix the flour, powdered sugar, and salt in a medium bowl.
- Beat the butter until creamy, then add the flour mixture and combine until crumbly.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form a crust.
- Whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, lime juice, lime zest, baking powder, and baking soda in a separate bowl.
- Pour the filling over the crust and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until set and lightly golden.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares. Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free flour blend. Fresh lime juice is recommended for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg