Orange Bars
Indulge in the refreshing taste of Orange Bars, a delightful dessert that perfectly balances tanginess and sweetness. With a flaky, buttery shortbread crust supporting a luscious orange filling, these bars are ideal for any gathering or simply as a satisfying treat at home. Easy to prepare and perfect for impressing family and friends, this recipe ensures you’ll enjoy a burst of citrus flavor in every bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 15 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for crust)
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups granulated sugar (for filling)
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour (for filling)
- 0.5 cup fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons orange zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- For the crust, combine 2.5 cups of flour, 1 cup of sugar, and 1 cup of softened butter in a mixing bowl until crumbly. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan and bake for about 15 minutes until lightly golden.
- In another bowl, whisk together 4 eggs, 2 cups of sugar, and 0.5 cup of flour. Add in the fresh orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- Pour the filling over the baked crust and return to the oven for an additional 30 minutes or until set.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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