Raspberry Citrus Bars

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons finely fresh shredded orange zest
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

Instructions

  1. For the crust, beat butter with an electric mixer on medium speed for 30 seconds to soften.
  2. Add the 3/4 C powdered sugar.
  3. Beat until combined.
  4. Add the 2 cups flour; beat until combined.
  5. Press mixture onto the bottom of a greased 13x9-inch baking pan.
  6. Bake in a 350° oven for 20 minutes or till golden.
  7. Meanwhile, for filling, in a large mixing bowl, combine eggs, granulated sugar, lemon juice, orange zest, the 1/4 C flour, and baking powder.
  8. Beat for 2 minutes with an electric mixer till combined.
  9. Sprinkle berries over crust.
  10. Pour filling over berries, arranging berries evenly with a spoon.
  11. Bake in a 350° oven for 30-35 minutes or till light brown and filling is set.
  12. Cool thoroughly in the pan on a wire rack.
  13. Cut into bars.
  14. Just before serving, sprinkle with powdered sugar.
  15. To store, cover and chill for up to 2 days.
  16. Make-ahead tip: Place cut bars into a storage container or freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months.
  17. Thaw, covered, in the refrigerator for 24 hours.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

572 kcal 29% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 5.2g 10% DV
Total Fat 27.1g 35% DV
Carbs 81.9g 30% DV
Fiber 3.5g 12% DV
Sugar 26g 52% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 2731mg 100% DV
Potassium 294.8mg 6% DV
Cholesterol 139.5mg 47% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 16.3mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 15.7mg 17% DV
Calcium 1544.3mg 100% DV
Iron 4.8mg 26% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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