Key Lime Bars
These zesty Key Lime Bars are the ultimate dessert for citrus lovers, featuring a buttery graham cracker crust and a luscious, creamy key lime filling that strikes the perfect balance of tangy and sweet. Made with fresh key lime juice, a hint of zest, and rich sweetened condensed milk, these bars are baked to perfection and chilled until firm, offering a cool, refreshing treat with every bite. Ready in under an hour and easy to prepare, this recipe is perfect for summer parties, potlucks, or whenever you crave a slice of tropical indulgence. Dust with powdered sugar for a touch of elegance, and enjoy a dessert that’s as vibrant as it is delicious. Keywords: key lime bars recipe, easy citrus dessert, graham cracker crust dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 0.25 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 0.75 cups key lime juice (fresh or bottled)
- 1 tablespoon key lime zest
- 4 units large egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly moistened.
Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared baking dish to form the crust. Use the back of a flat measuring cup or a spoon for even distribution.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then remove it and set it aside to cool slightly while you prepare the filling.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, key lime zest, and egg yolks until smooth and well combined.
Pour the filling over the pre-baked crust and spread it evenly with a spatula.
Bake the bars in the oven for 12 minutes, or until the filling is just set and slightly jiggles in the center when shaken.
Remove the pan from the oven and let it cool to room temperature. Then, transfer it to the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours or until firm.
Once chilled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the baking dish. Place on a cutting board and slice into 12 bars.
Dust the bars with powdered sugar before serving, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3416 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 167.2 g | 214% | |
| Saturated Fat | 93.4 g | 467% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1129 mg | 376% | |
| Sodium | 1630 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 439.9 g | 160% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 328.0 g | ||
| Protein | 55.5 g | 111% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.6 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 1354 mg | 104% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 2040 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
