PERFECT CITRUS BARS
Classic lemon bars get a couple of twists: wheat germ adds texture to the shortbread crust, and lime juice and zest join their lemon counterparts to flavor the filling.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cookie Recipes
Yield Makes 48
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Crust:Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, wheat germ, confectioners' sugar, and salt. Add butter, and cut in using a pastry cutter, two knives, or your fingers, until the largest pieces of butter are the size of peas.
- Press evenly into a 12 1/2-by-17 1/2-inch rimmed baking sheet. Bake until golden, 20 to 30 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack until completely cool.
- Filling:In a medium bowl, whisk together, eggs, sugar, and flour. Add lemon and lime juice, lemon and lime zest, and salt. Whisk to combine. Pour over cooled crust.
- Bake until center is set, about 30 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack until completely cool. Cut into 2-inch squares. Bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature up to 2 days.
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Midnightvoid_thefox
midnightvoid_thefox@hotmail.co.ukI can't wait to try this recipe! It looks absolutely delicious.
Attia Akram
attia.akram@yahoo.comThis is a great recipe for beginner bakers. It's easy to follow and the results are always delicious.
Koolboy Tarik
t.k@gmail.comThese citrus bars are the perfect summer dessert. They're light and refreshing, and they're always a hit with my friends and family.
MR Roni
m.roni28@hotmail.frI love how versatile this recipe is. You can use any type of citrus fruit, and you can also add in different nuts or spices.
Lwazi Sibiya
s-l@gmail.comThese citrus bars are a great make-ahead dessert. They're also freezer-friendly, so you can always have them on hand.
Kyle Milcic
milcic@yahoo.comI've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfect. It's my go-to dessert for potlucks and parties.
Ridoy Sarker
rs99@gmail.comThese bars are the perfect balance of tart and sweet. I highly recommend them!
Lindsay Carlisle
lindsay_carlisle@gmail.comI love the combination of flavors in these bars. The citrus and the almonds complement each other perfectly.
Ibra Aka
ibra-a@gmail.comThese citrus bars are a great way to use up leftover citrus fruit. They're also a delicious and refreshing treat.
Mussa Ibn Hdd
mussa_i82@gmail.comThe recipe was easy to follow and the results were impressive. I'll definitely be making these again.
Kinza Akram
k@yahoo.comI made these for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.
Leona Bombo
leona.bombo79@hotmail.frThese lemon squares were divine! The shortbread crust was flaky and buttery, and the lemon filling was tart and tangy - just perfect.