Lemon Bars With Coconut Shortbread Crust Recipe

Craving a zesty treat? These Lemon Bars with Coconut Shortbread Crust are a dream come true! Made entirely in a food processor, this recipe is incredibly quick and easy, boasting a vibrant lemon flavor that will leave you wanting more. The buttery coconut crust is perfectly complemented by the tangy lemon filling. These bars keep well in the fridge (though they likely won't last five days!), making them perfect for baking ahead. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 158.4 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 2.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lemon Bars With Coconut Shortbread Crust

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How to Make Lemon Bars With Coconut Shortbread Crust

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease an 8x8-inch glass baking dish.
  3. Make the crust: In a food processor, combine 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ½ cup granulated sugar, ¼ teaspoon salt, 1 cup flaked coconut, and ½ cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes.
  4. Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs and starts to clump together.
  5. Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is lightly golden brown around the edges.
  7. Meanwhile, prepare the filling: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, ¼ cup all-purpose flour, ¼ teaspoon salt, ½ cup lemon juice, and 4 large eggs.
  8. Remove the crust from the oven and pour the lemon filling evenly over the hot crust.
  9. Return to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set and lightly browned around the edges.
  10. Let the lemon bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  11. Once completely cool, for easier removal, carefully run a thin knife around the edges of the pan before lifting the bars out using the foil overhang (recommended: chill bars for 30 minutes before removing to prevent breakage).
  12. Dust with powdered sugar before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

53g

Fat

23g

Carbs

7g

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