Zesty Orange Bars with Buttery Crust You’ll Crave

Delight in these Orange Bars that balance sweet and tart flavors for a refreshing dessert.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 41

Cooling Time 30

Total Time 1 31

Servings: 12 bars

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 180

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Crust

1 cup Unsalted Butter Can substitute with salted butter but reduce added salt.
2 cups All-Purpose Flour Acts as the structural backbone of the crust.
1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Finer sugar can be used if needed.
1/4 teaspoon Salt Adjust quantity if using salted butter.

For the Filling

1 cup Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice Always use fresh for the best taste.
2 tablespoons Orange Zest Consider adding more if your oranges are particularly large.
1 teaspoon Orange Extract Amplifies the orange flavor.
1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Adds a slight lift to the filling.
1 teaspoon Baking Powder Important for a pleasing texture.
3 large Eggs Key for providing structure and creaminess.

For the Topping

1 cup Powdered Sugar Optional for dusting atop the bars.

Equipment

Mixing bowl
9x13 inch baking pan
Whisk
Oven

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch baking pan, greasing with butter.
In a bowl, beat 1 cup of unsalted butter until creamy. Gradually add flour, sugar, and salt, mixing until a dough forms. Press into the pan and bake for 18 minutes.
In a bowl, whisk together the filling ingredients until smooth. Ensure there are no lumps for a creamy texture.
Pour smooth filling over the hot crust and bake for 20-23 minutes until set but jiggly in the center.
Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before dusting with powdered sugar and slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Always use fresh squeezed orange juice and zest for the best flavor. Let the bars cool completely before cutting for best results.

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