Grapefruit Bars Recipe
These Grapefruit Bars are a delightful citrus dessert featuring a buttery, crumbly crust topped with a tangy and sweet grapefruit filling. Perfectly balanced with fresh grapefruit juice and zest, these bars offer a refreshing treat dusted with powdered sugar for a beautiful finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 55 minutes
- Yield: 9-16 bars (depending on size) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Crust
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/2 tsp salt
For the Filling
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste for sweetness)
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup fresh grapefruit juice (about 1 medium grapefruit)
- 1 tbsp grapefruit zest
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make removal easy.
- Make the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup powdered sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cut in the cold, cubed unsalted butter (1/2 cup) using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture becomes crumbly with pea-sized bits of butter evenly distributed. Press this crumbly mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form an even crust layer.
- Bake the Crust: Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until it turns golden brown. This will create a sturdy base for the filling.
- Prepare the Filling: While the crust is baking, whisk together 2 large eggs, 1 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, 1/3 cup fresh grapefruit juice, and 1 tablespoon of grapefruit zest in a bowl until smooth and well combined.
- Pour Filling and Bake: When the crust is baked and slightly cooled, pour the grapefruit filling evenly over the crust. Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 20-22 minutes or until the filling is set and slightly firm to the touch.
- Cool and Chill: Remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely at room temperature. Then transfer to the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours to let the filling fully set and flavors meld.
- Serve: Once chilled, dust the bars generously with powdered sugar. Slice into squares and serve chilled or at room temperature for a refreshing citrus dessert.
Notes
- Adjust granulated sugar in the filling to your preferred sweetness depending on the tartness of the grapefruit used.
- Use fresh grapefruit juice and zest for the best citrus flavor; bottled juice may alter the taste.
- The chilling step is important for the filling to set properly and for clean slicing.
- Store leftover bars covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- You can substitute butter with a dairy-free alternative to make it dairy-free, but the texture may vary.
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