Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Refreshing Pink Grapefruit Bars! These delightful treats feature a buttery crust topped with a luscious grapefruit filling, blending tartness and sweetness in every bite. Perfect for summer picnics or elegant gatherings, these bars are sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more. Serve chilled for the ultimate refreshing dessert experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup fresh grapefruit juice
- 2 tsp grapefruit zest
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix melted butter and 1/4 cup granulated sugar until combined. Add flour and mix until crumbly; press into a greased baking dish.
- Bake the crust for 15 minutes until golden brown. Cool slightly.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, remaining granulated sugar, grapefruit juice, zest, and baking powder until smooth.
- Pour the filling over the warm crust and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until set but slightly wobbly in the center.
- Cool completely at room temperature before refrigerating for at least two hours. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (55g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg