COOL LIME SQUARES

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Folks always seem to enjoy this variation on the popular lemon bars. Lime juice adds fresh flavor while nuts add some crunch. They're especially refreshing during the warm summer months.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup ground almonds
1 cup butter, melted
FILLING:
4 large eggs
2 cups sugar
1/3 cup lime juice
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest
1 to 2 drops green food coloring, optional
1/2 cup sliced almonds
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first four ingredients. Press into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 13-15 minutes or just until edges are lightly browned. , For filling, in a large bowl, combine eggs, sugar, lime juice, flour, baking powder, lime zest and food coloring if desired; beat until frothy. Pour over hot crust. Sprinkle with almonds. , Bake for 20-25 minutes longer or until light golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Dust with confectioners' sugar. Cut into triangles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 52mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Talha Rahman
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These squares are the perfect combination of sweet and tart. I love them!


Ns Abir
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. These lime squares are now my go-to dessert.


Le Halua
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These squares are the perfect summer dessert. They're light, refreshing, and delicious.


Anjum Ali
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I love the tangy lime flavor of these squares. They're the perfect pick-me-up.


Khan 1122
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These squares are so easy to make, and they're always a hit with my friends and family.


Aliyan Naveed
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I've tried several different recipes for lime squares, but this one is by far the best.


Corolla 1858
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These squares are the perfect make-ahead dessert. They're even better the next day.


Adeel Kashif
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I love the bright green color of these squares. They're so festive and fun.


Nur islam Nerob
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These squares are the perfect way to cool down on a hot summer day.


Jad Hloubi
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I'm not usually a fan of lime desserts, but these squares changed my mind. They're so delicious!


Skyler Bolden
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These squares are so addictive! I can't stop eating them.


Amar Gupta
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I love how versatile these squares are. You can serve them as a dessert, a snack, or even a breakfast treat.


Nasurullah Khan
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These lime squares are the perfect balance of tart and sweet. They're also really creamy and smooth.


Bishal costa
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I've made these squares several times now, and they're always perfect. They're the perfect summer dessert.


Arslan Asif
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These squares are so easy to make, and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Jemiryah Broadua
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I love the combination of lime and coconut in these squares. It's a unique and delicious flavor.


Alfredo Trejo
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These lime squares were a hit at my last party! They were so refreshing and flavorful, and they were gone in no time.