Raspberry Citrus Bars

"These tasty bars are a takeoff on my all-time favorite lemon bars. I found this recipe in the June, 1994 issue of Better Homes and Gardens."
 
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Ready In:
1hr 25mins
Ingredients:
11
Yields:
30 bars
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ingredients

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directions

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

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Reviews

  1. Really, really delish! I did not use orange peel because of personal preference, and the lemon was just right for us! These are very tasty. But I must say that I wish they weren't so high in fat! (Because it's more like 16 servings, not 30!)
     
  2. Fabulous! I made this for my mother's book group who, I was told, "doesn't eat much." Well, she served it to them (right, they don't eat much!) and then kept it for her bridge group. Luckily, I got an early taste. The orange flavor is a great surprise. I used raspberries and Reynolds Release foil. No powdered sugar on top (still Fabulous!).
     
  3. Yum!!!!! I made these with blueberries. The orange peel really adds a unique and delicious flavor. Thanks for sharing this one!
     
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