Lemon Lime Bars Recipe

These irresistible lemon and lime bars are the perfect springtime treat! Bursting with bright citrus flavor and a delightful powdered sugar dusting, they're guaranteed to be a hit at your next potluck or gathering. Easy to make and beautifully garnished with zesty lemon and lime peel, these bars are a delicious combination of sweet and tart. Get the recipe from Better Homes & Gardens inspired recipe!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 128.1 kcal
Protein 3g
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Ingredients for Lemon Lime Bars

  • All Purpose Flour
  • Powdered sugar for dusting
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • Half And Half
  • Zest and juice of 2 lemons
  • Lemon Juice
  • Zest and juice of 2 limes
  • Lime Juice
  • Few drops of green food coloring (optional)

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How to Make Lemon Lime Bars

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 13x9x2-inch baking pan.
  3. Line the pan with parchment paper, ensuring it extends up the sides.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 1/4 cup cornstarch, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  5. Cut in 1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter using a pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  6. Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  7. Bake for 15 minutes.
  8. While the crust is baking, whisk together 4 large eggs, 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar, 1 cup half-and-half, and 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour in a medium bowl.
  9. Divide the egg mixture in half.
  10. In one bowl, stir in the zest and juice of 2 lemons.
  11. In the other bowl, stir in the zest and juice of 2 limes and a few drops of green food coloring (optional).
  12. Remove the crust from the oven and carefully pour the lemon filling evenly over the hot crust.
  13. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the filling is just set.
  14. Carefully pour the lime filling over the lemon filling.
  15. Bake for another 10-12 minutes, or until the lime filling is set.
  16. Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  17. Lift the bars from the pan using the parchment paper overhang.
  18. Cut into bars and sift powdered sugar over the top.
  19. Garnish with extra lemon and lime zest, if desired.
  20. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Makes approximately 32 bars.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

45g

Fat

15g

Carbs

6g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Lemon Lime Bars?

Lemon Lime Bars takes about 90 minutes from start to finish — roughly 25 minutes to prepare and 65 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Lemon Lime Bars?

Lemon Lime Bars has approximately 128.1 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 8 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Lemon Lime Bars?

The key ingredients for Lemon Lime Bars are All Purpose Flour, Powdered Sugar, Cornstarch, Salt, Butter, Eggs. See the full list with measurements above.

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