This recipe is from a friend at church. Out of all of the bars I have made over the years, these are the best (in my opinion!). The recipe goes together quickly and is a good thing to carry-in somewhere or to use for a dessert when you're providing a meal to someone. I like them because they are refreshing and not too sweet.
Lime Bars
2 1/2 cups flour, divided
1/2 cup powdered sugar
3/4 cup cold butter
4 eggs
1/3 cup fresh lime juice (**you can substitute lemon juice and make lemon bars)
1/2 tsp. baking powder
In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup flour and powdered sugar. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Pat into a greased 9 by 13 pan. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 20 minutes, or until lightly brown.
In another bowl, mix eggs, sugar and lime (or lemon) juice until frothy. Combine the baking powder and remaining 1/2 cup flour and gradually whisk into the egg mixture. Pour over the hot, baked crust. Bake 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Dust with additional powdered sugar when ready to serve.
**I halved the recipe and prepared it in an 8 inch pan with successful results.
As first graders say, the dessert is "easy-peasy, lemon-squeezy"!
Enjoy!