Lime Squares With Raw Sugar Shortbread

Lime squares are a popular dessert that originated in the United States and are often enjoyed during the summer months for their refreshing citrus flavor.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Lime Squares With Raw Sugar Shortbread

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, British Courses: Anytime, Baking, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 50 mins

Servings: 9 Calories: 2520

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Raw Sugar
• 1.5 cup All-Purpose Flour
• 0.75 cup Unsalted Butter
• 2 tablespoon Lime Zest
• 0.5 cup Lime Juice
• 1 cup Granulated Sugar
• 3 large Eggs
• 0.25 cup Powdered Sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the raw sugar, all-purpose flour, and unsalted butter. Mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9x9-inch baking dish.
3. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden.
4. In another mixing bowl, whisk together the lime zest, lime juice, granulated sugar, and eggs until well combined.
5. Pour the lime mixture over the baked crust and return to the oven. Bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the filling is set.
6. Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes.
7. Sprinkle the powdered sugar over the top of the lime squares.
8. Allow the squares to cool completely before cutting into squares.
9. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 9

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 280kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 34g12%

Sugars 22g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.