Description
Indulge in the bright and zesty flavors of these Pink Grapefruit Dessert Bars. A buttery crust topped with a tangy grapefruit filling, these bars are a refreshing treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
For the Filling:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup fresh pink grapefruit juice (about 1 grapefruit)
- Zest of 1 pink grapefruit
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
Additional:
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Make Crust: Combine flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Add cubed butter and mix until crumbly. Press into the baking dish and bake until golden.
- Prepare Filling: Whisk eggs, sugar, flour, baking powder, grapefruit juice, and zest. Pour over baked crust.
- Bake: Bake until filling is set and golden.
- Cool and Serve: Cool completely, dust with powdered sugar, and cut into squares.
Notes
- Chill bars for a firmer texture.
- Substitute grapefruit juice with lemon for a tangier taste.
- Add extra zest for a stronger grapefruit flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
