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Grapefruit Bars

Tangy Grapefruit Bars You'll Crave All Summer Long

Enjoy a refreshing twist with these grapefruit bars, a perfect summer dessert that brings a delightful citrus flavor to your table.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can swap with gluten-free flour if needed.
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar Granulated sugar can be used, but texture will differ.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Omit if using salted butter.
  • 1/2 cup Butter (room temperature) Unsalted butter is preferred.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar can be used for a healthier option.
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour (for filling) No substitutions recommended for best results.
  • 3 large Large Eggs Egg replacer can be used for a vegan version.
  • 1 tablespoon Grapefruit Zest Can replace some with lemon zest for added tang.
  • 1/2 cup Grapefruit Juice Mix with lemon juice to enhance tartness.
  • 1 drop Pink Food Coloring Optional for a vibrant appearance.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Dish
  • Whisk
  • Pastry cutter

Method
 

Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 11×7-inch baking dish by greasing it or lining with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, salt, and room-temperature butter. Blend until resembling coarse crumbs and press into the bottom of the baking dish. Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Whisk together granulated sugar and flour in a separate bowl. Gradually add in eggs, grapefruit zest, grapefruit juice, and food coloring, stirring until smooth.
  4. Pour the filling over the hot crust and return to the oven. Bake for an additional 20 minutes until the filling jiggles slightly in the center.
  5. Let cool completely in the pan for about an hour at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  6. Slice the chilled bars into squares and garnish with extra grapefruit zest or fresh fruit slices before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 25mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Grapefruit bars can be refrigerated for up to a week in an airtight container. For longer storage, wrap individually and freeze for up to 3 months.

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