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Citrus Bars
 
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes
Cook Time: 52 Minutes
Ready In: 52 Minutes
Servings: 24
A delicious treat - citrusy and sweet - the perfect combo. If you are a citrus fan like me, feel free to up the citrus juice and rind quotient to your taste. Enjoy. Recipe from Cooking Light.
Ingredients:
crust
1 cup butter, softened
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, divided
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1/3 cup fresh orange juice
1 teaspoon finely grated orange rind
4 large eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon powdered sugar
garnish: orange and lemon rind strips
Directions:
1. For Crust:
2. Beat butter at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy; add 2 cups flour and 1/2 cup powdered sugar. Beat until mixture forms a smooth dough. Press mixture into a lightly greased 13- x 9-inch baking pan.
3. Bake at 350° for 20 to 22 minutes or until lightly browned.
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5. For Topping:
6. Whisk together remaining 1/4 cup flour, granulated sugar, and next 6 ingredients; pour over baked crust.
7. Bake at 350° for 28 to 30 minutes or until set.
8. Cool in pan on wire rack.
9. Sprinkle evenly with 1 tablespoon powdered sugar, and cut into bars.
10. Garnish with rind strips, if desired.
By RecipeOfHealth.com