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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 35 Minutes |
Ready In: 60 Minutes Servings: 18 |
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This refreshing recipe from Michele Savoldi of Delaware, Ohio is a tempting twist on traditional lemon bars. With a nutty crust and smooth lime filling, the yummy treats are elegant dusted with powdered sugar and cut into triangles. Ingredients:
1 cup king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
3/4 cup finely chopped flaked coconut, divided |
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar |
1/4 cup finely chopped pecans |
1/3 cup butter, melted |
2 eggs |
1 cup sugar |
1/4 cup lime juice |
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lime peel |
1/4 teaspoon baking powder |
additional confectioners' sugar |
Directions:
1. In a small bowl, combine the flour, 1/4 cup coconut, confectioners' sugar and pecans. Stir in the butter.
2. Press into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake at 350° for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk the eggs. Stir in the sugar, lime juice, lime peel, baking powder and remaining coconut. Pour over crust.
3. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until edges are light golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Dust with confectioner's sugar. Cut into squares; cut in half to make triangles. Yield: 1-1/2 dozen.
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