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Key Lime Bars

Deliciously tangy and sweet key lime bars with a buttery graham cracker crust.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
Filling
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup fresh key lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon key lime zest
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar

Method
 

Prepare the Crust
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
  3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 9-inch square baking pan.
  4. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
Make the Filling
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, lime zest, and sugar until smooth.
  2. Pour the filling over the cooled crust.
  3. Bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the filling is set.
  4. Allow to cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting into bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a sweeter taste, adjust the sugar in the filling to your preference. Serve chilled for the best flavor.

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