Tequila Bars
Transform your dessert game with these zesty and boozy Tequila Bars, the perfect twist on classic citrus bars! Featuring a buttery, crumbly crust and an irresistibly tangy lime and tequila filling, these bars offer a light and refreshing dessert with a hint of margarita-inspired flavor. Made with fresh lime juice, lime zest, and a splash of tequila, every bite strikes a delicate balance between sweetness and tartness. Topped with a dusting of powdered sugar, these tequila-infused treats are easy to make in just under an hour and are ideal for summer gatherings, Cinco de Mayo celebrations, or anytime you want a fun, unique dessert. Each bite showcases bold flavors that pair perfectly with a cold drink or coffee. Treat your friends to these crowd-pleasing, citrusy delights—they'll have everyone coming back for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups powdered sugar
- 0.75 cups unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 0.75 cups lime juice
- 2 tablespoons lime zest
- 3 tablespoons tequila
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine 1.5 cups of all-purpose flour and 0.5 cups of powdered sugar.
Cut the 0.75 cups of unsalted butter into small cubes and, using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, mix the butter into the flour mixture until it forms a crumbly dough.
Press this dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 18-20 minutes, or until it is a light golden brown. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly while preparing the filling.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 1.5 cups of granulated sugar and 4 large eggs until smooth and slightly frothy.
Stir in 0.75 cups of lime juice, 2 tablespoons of lime zest, and 3 tablespoons of tequila.
Gradually sift in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and whisk until the mixture is well combined and lump-free.
Pour the lime and tequila filling over the warm crust, spreading it evenly.
Return the pan to the oven and bake for another 18-20 minutes, or until the filling is set and no longer jiggles in the center.
Remove the pan from the oven and allow the tequila bars to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
Before serving, dust the top with 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar and cut into 12 squares or rectangles.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3206 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 93.2 g | 119% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.6 g | 243% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 930 mg | 310% | |
| Sodium | 306 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 544.3 g | 198% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 378.7 g | ||
| Protein | 47.0 g | 94% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 226 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 13.0 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 754 mg | 16% | |
*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.
