Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of homemade Orange Bars that bring a burst of citrus flavor to any gathering. These creamy, zesty treats feature a buttery crust that perfectly complements the sweet and tangy orange filling, making them an irresistible dessert option for parties, family events, or a cozy night in. With minimal ingredients and easy preparation steps, you can whip up these vibrant bars in no time. Dust them with confectioners’ sugar for an elegant finish, and watch as they become the star of your dessert table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (2 sticks or 226g) butter (cold)
- 1 cup (126g) confectioners sugar
- 2 cups (252g) all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (32g) all-purpose flour
- 2/3 cup (160ml) freshly squeezed orange juice
- 2 teaspoons orange zest
- confectioners sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- For the crust, mix cold butter with confectioners' sugar until creamy, then gradually add flour until crumbly. Press into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Bake the crust for 15 minutes or until lightly golden.
- For the filling, whisk together eggs and granulated sugar until combined. Stir in flour, orange juice, and zest until smooth.
- Pour the filling over the baked crust and return to the oven for another 25 minutes or until set.
- Allow to cool completely before dusting with confectioners' sugar, then cut into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Ensure to use fresh orange juice for the best flavor. Feel free to experiment by adding chocolate chips or nuts for added texture.