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Tangy Orange Bars

Tangy Orange Bars: Brighten Your Day with Citrus Bliss

Tangy Orange Bars are a delightful treat bursting with citrus flavor that enhances any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Buttery Shortbread Crust
  • 2.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Can be replaced with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Consider swapping some for brown sugar.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Ensure it’s softened.
For the Tangy Orange Filling
  • 4 large Eggs Essential for binding.
  • 0.5 cup Fresh Orange Juice Bottled juice can be used, but fresh is best.
  • 2 tablespoons Orange Zest Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds warmth.

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking pan
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch baking pan with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. Cream together 1 cup of softened unsalted butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Gradually add in 2.5 cups of all-purpose flour until just combined and crumbly.
  4. Press the crumbly dough evenly into the greased baking pan.
  5. Bake the crust for 15-20 minutes until lightly golden around the edges.
  6. Whisk together 4 large eggs, 2 cups of granulated sugar, 0.5 cup of fresh orange juice, 2 tablespoons of orange zest, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth.
  7. Pour the orange filling over the baked crust and spread evenly.
  8. Bake again for 20-25 minutes until the center is set and edges are slightly puffy.
  9. Cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before slicing into squares.
  10. Cut and serve, optionally dusting with powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 70mgSugar: 14gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh orange juice and avoid overbaking the bars.

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