Coconut Lime Bars

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Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 20
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 92.4
  • Total Fat: 5.0 g
  • Cholesterol: 18.5 mg
  • Sodium: 101.0 mg
  • Total Carbs: 12.2 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 0.4 g
  • Protein: 1.7 g

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Introduction

A luscious, moist bar balances citrus tartness with mellow sweetness. They don't last long, so bake a double batch! A luscious, moist bar balances citrus tartness with mellow sweetness. They don't last long, so bake a double batch!
Number of Servings: 20

Ingredients

    Pastry:
    1 c. - all-purpose enriched flour
    1/2 c. - "I Can't Believe It's Not Butter!" light spread
    1/2 tsp. - salt
    1/4 c. - confectioner's sugar

    Topping:
    3 tbsp. - all-purpose enriched flour
    1 c. - sugar
    1/2 c. - toasted coconut
    1/4 c. - lime juice
    1 tbsp - grated lime
    3 tbsp. - confectioner's sugar
    2 large eggs

Tips

Substitute lemon or orange for lime, and pair with some sliced strawberries, raspberries, or cranberries for a festive touch.


Directions

1] Preheat the oven to 350'F.
2] Line 8" square pan with parchment paper and no-stick spray.
3] Blend butter, flour, salt, and confectioner's sugar in mixing bowl until well-blended.
4] Spread evenly in pan. Bake for 20 minutes.

Topping:
1] Mix eggs, flour, sugar, coconut, lime juice and grated peel until combined.
2] Spread topping over pastry.
3] Bake 20 minutes until properly settled.
4] Allow to cool for 10 minutes before cutting.

Add a sprinkle of preserves, jam, or confectioner's sugar.

Serving Size: Makes 20 bars

Number of Servings: 20

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user ASTALANYA.