Description
These Lime Shortbread Bars are a delightful combination of buttery shortbread and zesty lime, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until well combined.
- Stir in lime zest and lime juice.
- Press the dough into a greased 9×9 inch baking pan.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool completely before cutting into bars.
Notes
- For a more intense lime flavor, add an additional tablespoon of lime zest.
- These bars can be topped with a lime glaze for extra sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg