Description
Delightful Orange Bars with a buttery crust topped with zesty orange filling, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for the filling)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for the filling)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, softened butter, sugar, and salt. Mix until crumbly.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the baking dish to form a base.
- Bake the crust for about 15-20 minutes or until light golden brown.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, fresh orange juice, orange zest, granulated sugar, flour, and baking powder until smooth.
- Pour the filling over the hot crust and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, until set.
- Let the bars cool completely, dust with powdered sugar, and cut into squares.
Notes
Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert experience. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg