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Grapefruit Bars

Delightful dessert bars that perfectly balance tangy and sweet grapefruit flavor, making them a refreshing treat for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 9 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened or Halal-friendly alternative
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the filling
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup fresh grapefruit juice (about 2-3 grapefruits)
  • 1 unit zest of 1 grapefruit
  • 1 cup granulated sugar for the filling
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour for the filling
  • to taste unit powdered sugar for dusting on top

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of flour, 1/2 cup of softened butter, 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Use a fork or your fingers to mix until the texture resembles coarse crumbs. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  3. Place the crust in the preheated oven and let it bake for about 15 minutes or until lightly golden.
Filling
  1. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, 1 cup of grapefruit juice, grapefruit zest, 1 cup of granulated sugar, and 1/4 cup of flour until smooth with no lumps.
  2. Once the crust is done, remove it from the oven and pour the filling mixture over the hot crust, spreading it evenly.
  3. Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set, with lightly browned edges and a slight jiggle in the center.
Cooling and Serving
  1. Let the bars cool completely in the pan. Use the parchment paper to lift them out. Dust with powdered sugar, slice into squares, and serve.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight or at room temperature before serving. Reheating in the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes is optional.