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Creamy Lime Bars

Creamy Lime Bars that Will Brighten Your Summer Days

These Creamy Lime Bars are a delightful summer dessert with tangy lime flavors and a rich creamy filling.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 16 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 7 tbsp Unsalted Butter adds richness and moisture to the crust when melted
  • 1.25 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs provides structure and sweetness, with a gluten-free version available
  • 1 cup Ground Pecans delivers a nutty flavor and can be left slightly chunky
  • 0.25 cup Brown Sugar sweetens the crust while adding depth of flavor
Filling
  • 3 Egg Yolks contributes to the creamy texture of the filling
  • 1 can (300ml) Sweetened Condensed Milk enhances the creaminess of the lime filling
  • from 2 limes Lime Zest imparts vibrant lime flavor, avoiding the bitter pith
  • from 3 limes (about 1/2 cup) Lime Juice provides the signature tangy zing

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring Cup

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350℉ (180℃) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly spray with cooking spray.
  2. Melt 7 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Combine with graham cracker crumbs, ground pecans, and brown sugar, stirring until evenly mixed.
  3. Transfer the crust mixture into the baking pan, pressing it evenly. Bake for about 10 minutes until golden and fragrant.
  4. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together 3 egg yolks and the zest from 2 limes at high speed for approximately 5 minutes until lightened.
  5. Add the sweetened condensed milk to the egg yolk mixture and whisk for 10 seconds. Squeeze in the lime juice and mix for another 10 seconds.
  6. Pour the lime filling over the cooled crust in the baking pan and bake for 15-18 minutes until the center is just set.
  7. Allow the bars to cool at room temperature for at least 30 minutes, then refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours.
  8. Lift the bars from the pan using the parchment paper, cut into squares, and serve chilled with whipped cream or enjoy as is.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Can be frozen for up to 3 months in a freezer-safe container.

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