Introduction
Key lime bars are a delicious dessert that is perfect for any occasion. Made with a shortbread crust and a key lime filling, these bars are sure to be a hit with everyone.
Ingredients
-1 cup (250 ml) all-purpose flour
-1/2 cup (125 ml) butter, softened
-1/4 cup (50 ml) sugar
-1 egg
-1 teaspoon (5 ml) grated lime zest
-1/2 cup (125 ml) key lime juice
-1 cup (250 ml) sweetened condensed milk
Method
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine flour, butter, sugar, egg, and lime zest. Mix well.
3. Press mixture into the bottom of an ungreased 8×8 inch baking dish.
4. Bake for 15 minutes.
5. In a small bowl, combine key lime juice and condensed milk. Pour over crust.
6. Bake for an additional 20 minutes.
7. Cool completely before cutting into bars.
Potential changes & improvements
-For a different flavor, you could try using lemon juice instead of key lime juice.
-If you want a more tart flavor, you could add a bit more key lime juice to the filling.
-For a sweeter dessert, you could try using a graham cracker crust instead of the shortbread crust.
What other food it works well with
-Key lime bars are delicious on their own, but they also go well with a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Common Mistakes
-One common mistake is to not bake the crust long enough before adding the filling. This can result in a soggy crust. Be sure to bake the crust for the full 15 minutes before adding the filling.
-Another mistake is to not let the bars cool completely before cutting into them. This can cause the bars to fall apart and be difficult to cut.
Nutritional Information
-1 bar:
-Calories: 220
-Fat: 10 g
-Saturated Fat: 6 g
-Cholesterol: 30 mg
-Sodium: 90 mg
-Carbohydrates: 29 g
-Fiber: 0 g
-Sugar: 18 g
-Protein: 3 g
Allergens
-Wheat
-Dairy