Description
Key Lime Pie Bars are a delightful dessert that brings the vibrant taste of summer to your table. With a creamy, tangy filling nestled in a buttery graham cracker crust, these bars are perfect for any occasion. Easy to prepare and full of refreshing flavors, they are sure to impress guests at picnics or family gatherings. Enjoy them chilled for a refreshing treat that captures the essence of tropical sunshine!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup key lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tbsp key lime zest
- 1 cup sour cream
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes until golden brown. Let cool.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, lime juice, lime zest, and sour cream until smooth.
- Pour filling over cooled crust and bake for another 20-25 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least two hours before serving. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approximately 75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding shredded coconut or topping with whipped cream. Store leftover bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.