Key Lime Bars

Key Lime Bars are an easy, mouthwatering way to get your citrus fix! Made with a buttery shortbread crust and a soft layer of lime goodness, you’ll want to make this treat for all your summer get-togethers!

If you love lime, you’ll love this dessert! And if you can’t get enough of these — or of tart, citrus flavors — try my Lemon Bars recipe, too! 

These Key Lime Bars are a delicious way to enjoy some bright citrus flavor this summer! Cut ‘em into squares, and these grab-and-go treats can be served at all your outdoor get-togethers — no utensils required! 

And, might I add, they’d make a decadent picnic treat?

Yep, they’re super portable, too. 😉 Plus, they’re best at room temperature, so they won’t be too hot on a humid day. 

Love the mouth-puckering, citrusy taste of margaritas when the sun is out? Then you have to try Key Lime Bars! 

Unlike key lime pie, we’ll be skipping the graham cracker crust and opting for something different.

These luscious lime bars combine a crumbly, buttery shortbread crust with a tart and gooey layer of key lime goodness. Topped with a dusting of powdered sugar, it’s an irresistible blend of sweet and sour flavors! 

Luckily, this Lime Bar Recipe is easy to make. And that’s definitely a good thing because you’ll be whipping them up all summer long!

How To Make Key Lime Bars:

1. The first step is to preheat oven to 350 degrees F and prep your baking pan with parchment paper and cooking spray.
2. Then throw together that flaky shortbread crust. Combine flour, sugar, butter, and a dash of salt, chill for 15 minutes, then bake until barely golden brown. 
3. For that scrumptious lime layer, all you need are eggs, sugar, flour, key lime juice, and lime zest. Mix together, pour into crust, then bake again for 25 minutes to 30 minutes. Regular limes can also be used if you can’t find key limes.
4. After the bars have cooled, sprinkle a little bit of powdered sugar on top. That’s it! 

Can Lime Bars Be Frozen?

Yes, they certainly can. In fact, they are actually really great frozen. To freeze them, simply allow the bars to cool completely and wrap tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and freeze for up to 3 months.

If you really want to get fancy, turn this treat into Key Lime Pie Bars. Just add a layer of meringue, toast, and enjoy.

Yep, these tasty bites are as simple to make as they are delicious — they’re perfect for all your summer gatherings! Make these for cookouts, barbecues, graduation parties … heck, even for brunch! 

These Key Lime Bars are citrusy and irresistibly delicious. Share them with friends and family for a light treat this summer!

More Delicious Lime Recipes:

• Champagne Mojito
• Key Lime Curd
• Lime Cake
• Lime Sherbet

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