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Mr. Food’S Lime Margarita Bars

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These vibrant Lime Margarita Bars offer a delightful twist on classic dessert bars. The base is a unique, buttery mixture of finely crushed pretzels and sugar, providing a satisfying salty-sweet crunch. Topped with a creamy, tangy lime filling made from sweetened condensed milk, eggs, fresh lime juice, and zest, these bars are both refreshing and rich. They are perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or any occasion where a crowd-pleasing treat is needed. The contrast between the savory crust and the bright citrus curd makes every bite exciting. Simple to assemble and bake, they set into firm squares that are easy to serve and enjoy.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 28
Calories: 1033.1
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian
Description
These vibrant Lime Margarita Bars offer a delightful twist on classic dessert bars. The base is a unique, buttery mixture of finely crushed pretzels and sugar, providing a satisfying salty-sweet crunch. Topped with a creamy, tangy lime filling made from sweetened condensed milk, eggs, fresh lime juice, and zest, these bars are both refreshing and rich. They are perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or any occasion where a crowd-pleasing treat is needed. The contrast between the savory crust and the bright citrus curd makes every bite exciting. Simple to assemble and bake, they set into firm squares that are easy to serve and enjoy.
Ingredients
  • 8 ounce Finely crushed pretzels
  • 1/4 cup Sugar
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted
  • 1 can (14 oz) Sweetened condensed milk
  • 3 Eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup Fresh lime juice
  • 4 tsp Lime zest
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat the oven to 350&# 194;°F (177ðC).
  2. 2
    Line a 9" x 13" baking dish with aluminum foil, allowing the foil to hang over the short sides for easy removal later.
  3. 3
    Lightly butter the foil-lined pan to prevent sticking.
  4. 4
    In a medium bowl, combine the finely crushed pretzels, sugar, and 1/2 cup of melted butter.
  5. 5
    Firmly press the pretzel mixture over the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form an even crust.
  6. 6
    In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, beaten eggs, fresh lime juice, and lime zest until smooth.
  7. 7
    Pour the lime filling evenly over the pretzel crust.
  8. 8
    Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the top is set and no longer jiggles in the center.
  9. 9
    Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before lifting out using the foil handles and cutting into bars.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 28

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1033.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 30.3g47%
Saturated Fat 16.3g82%
Cholesterol 64.5mg22%
Sodium 2593.1mg109%
Total Carbohydrate 173.0g58%
Dietary Fiber 5.0g20%
Sugars 22.0g
Protein 22.3g45%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Storage: These bars freeze well. Place them in a tightly covered container or wrap individually in plastic wrap. To serve, thaw at room temperature for about 30 minutes.

Tip: Ensure the filling is fully set before cutting to prevent crumbling. Chilling the bars in the refrigerator for an hour before cutting can also help create cleaner slices.

Variation: For a garnish, dust with powdered sugar or add a thin layer of white chocolate drizzle over the cooled bars.

Keywords: lime, margarita, bars, pretzel, crust, dessert, lemon, citrus, baking, condensed, milk, eggs, sweet, tangy, easy, party, snack, summer, treat
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