Key Lime Bars T R L
Tangy, creamy, and perfectly refreshing, these Key Lime Bars T R L are a citrus lover’s dream come true! Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust baked to golden perfection and a smooth, luscious filling made with sweetened condensed milk, fresh key lime juice, and zesty lime zest, these bars strike the ideal balance between sweet and tart. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a short bake, this easy recipe makes hosting a breeze. Serve chilled for a delightful dessert that’s perfect for summer gatherings, holiday parties, or an everyday treat. Garnish with a dusting of powdered sugar for an extra touch of elegance, and let the flavors transport you straight to the tropics!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 0.25 cups granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 0.5 cups key lime juice
- 1.5 teaspoons lime zest
- 3 egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides for easy removal.
In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
Press the graham cracker mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking pan, creating an even layer. Use the back of a spoon or the bottom of a measuring cup to compact it firmly.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8 minutes. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly while you prepare the filling.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, lime zest, and egg yolks until smooth and fully combined.
Pour the filling over the warm crust, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
Bake the bars for 14 minutes, or until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
Remove the pan from the oven and let the bars cool to room temperature. Then, refrigerate them for at least 2 hours (or overnight) to firm up completely.
Once chilled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan. Cut into 12 squares or rectangles.
If desired, dust the tops with powdered sugar before serving. Enjoy your tangy Key Lime Bars!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3078 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 135.3 g | 173% | |
| Saturated Fat | 74.8 g | 374% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 874 mg | 291% | |
| Sodium | 1618 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 425.7 g | 155% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 320.1 g | ||
| Protein | 52.5 g | 105% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 1331 mg | 102% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 1964 mg | 42% | |
*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.
