Yes, my love affair with limes continues. This time I made lime squares, inspired by Betty Crocker's famous Luscious Lemon Bars recipe.
I don't know if I have mentioned this before, I really, really love limes. Actually, I prefer limes over lemons. I prefer limeade over lemonade. I prefer lime curd over lemon curd. I prefer... you get the picture!
I was a little careless this time. I had the lime squares baking while I was attempting to feed my toddler lunch. And in between singing the theme song to 'Dora the Explorer', and making silly faces, I forgot all about the treat in the oven! I wasn't too late though. The edges were really, really brown (but not black yet) and that ended up being my favorite bit. The sugar had completely caramelized, if you have read my blog before, you know I love caramel too! And the edges were stick-to-your-teeth chewy. Really yummy!
Shortcrust base
1 cup flour, sifted
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1/4 tsp salt
Lime Filling
3-4 limes, juice & zest
1 cup sugar
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
2 eggs
Extra powdered sugar for dusting
Method
With your fingers, combine all the ingredients for the crust and press into a 9" square baking dish.
Refrigerate for about 10 minutes. Bake at 350 for 20 minutes.
In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients for the filling and beat with an electric mixer until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes)
Pour the filling over the hot crust and continue baking for a further 30 minutes. When it is done, your finger will not leave an indent if you press the surface lightly.
Cool in the tray for 20-30 minutes and then refrigerate for an hour.
Cut into squares and dust with powdered sugar.
I used four limes and I did not find the squares too intense at all. And I'm glad I did not miss the zesty lime flavor that I love so much!
I submitted this to the link party at Sweet as Sugar Cookies.
Technorati Tags: Cutrus, Lime, BettyCrocker, Dessert, Recipe
I don't know if I have mentioned this before, I really, really love limes. Actually, I prefer limes over lemons. I prefer limeade over lemonade. I prefer lime curd over lemon curd. I prefer... you get the picture!
I was a little careless this time. I had the lime squares baking while I was attempting to feed my toddler lunch. And in between singing the theme song to 'Dora the Explorer', and making silly faces, I forgot all about the treat in the oven! I wasn't too late though. The edges were really, really brown (but not black yet) and that ended up being my favorite bit. The sugar had completely caramelized, if you have read my blog before, you know I love caramel too! And the edges were stick-to-your-teeth chewy. Really yummy!
The rest of the tray, I was able to salvage and cut into nice, even squares. I was very pleased with the outcome. And I must mention that I absolutely love, love, LOVE the shortcrust base in this recipe! So simple and delicious!
Lime Squares
IngredientsShortcrust base
1 cup flour, sifted
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1/4 tsp salt
Lime Filling
3-4 limes, juice & zest
1 cup sugar
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
2 eggs
Extra powdered sugar for dusting
Method
With your fingers, combine all the ingredients for the crust and press into a 9" square baking dish.
Refrigerate for about 10 minutes. Bake at 350 for 20 minutes.
In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients for the filling and beat with an electric mixer until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes)
Pour the filling over the hot crust and continue baking for a further 30 minutes. When it is done, your finger will not leave an indent if you press the surface lightly.
Cool in the tray for 20-30 minutes and then refrigerate for an hour.
Cut into squares and dust with powdered sugar.
I used four limes and I did not find the squares too intense at all. And I'm glad I did not miss the zesty lime flavor that I love so much!
I submitted this to the link party at Sweet as Sugar Cookies.
Technorati Tags: Cutrus, Lime, BettyCrocker, Dessert, Recipe
