LIME CREME BRULEE BARS

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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     dessert

Time 4h10m

Yield 16 bars

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon freshly grated lime zest
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 large egg plus 3 yolks
1 tablespoon lime zest plus 1/2 cup lime juice
One 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
2 to 3 tablespoons sugar, for sprinkling
4 thin slices lime, quartered

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line an 8-inch square baking dish with foil, overhanging the edges by an inch.
  • For the crust: Combine the butter, sugar and lime zest in the bowl of a mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Mix on high until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Scrape down the sides and add the flour and salt. Mix on low speed until the dough comes together (it should be in big, loose crumbles, not dusty). Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the foil-lined pan. Bake until light golden and set, 15 to 18 minutes. Cool completely on a rack.
  • For the filling: Combine the whole egg and yolks, lime zest and juice and sweetened condensed milk in a medium bowl and whisk until very smooth. Pour into the crust and bake until completely set, 18 to 20 minutes. Cool completely on a rack, then refrigerate until chilled and very set, at least 3 hours.
  • For the topping: Preheat the broiler.
  • Remove the bar in one piece using the foil as handles (loosen the corners with a paring knife, if needed). Cut into 16 squares and place on a foil-lined baking sheet, spaced about an inch apart. Sprinkle the tops evenly with the sugar. Broil until the sugar is caramelized and crisp, 1 to 2 minutes, depending on your broiler. Let cool a few minutes before transferring to a serving tray. Garnish with lime quarters and serve.

Galane Gedefa
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I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a favorite. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Awantha Perera
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I made these bars for my son's birthday party and they were a huge hit! All the kids loved them, and I even had some parents asking for the recipe.


Daniel Cummings
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These bars are the perfect size for a party. They're small enough that you can eat one or two without feeling too full, but they're also satisfying enough to be a real treat.


Pascal Asukulapo
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I'm not a big fan of desserts, but I really enjoyed these bars. They're not too sweet and the lime flavor is really refreshing.


Gitty nok
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These bars are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make them ahead of time and just pop them in the oven when I'm ready to serve them.


Nikolas Cabrera
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I added a little bit of lime zest to the custard and it really enhanced the flavor. I highly recommend doing this.


Nelly Laurentius
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I didn't have any graham crackers on hand, so I used a chocolate cookie crust instead. It worked out great!


Sujon dewan
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my bars turned out really runny. I think I might have added too much milk.


Katsumi Yuki
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These bars were the perfect way to end a summer meal. They're light and refreshing, and the lime flavor is so invigorating. I will definitely be making these again.


Sabie Masindi
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I made these bars for a potluck and they were a big hit! Everyone loved them, and I even had people asking for the recipe. They're so easy to make and they're perfect for any occasion.


tamoorchjutt
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I'm not a huge fan of lime, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The lime flavor is subtle and not overpowering. I really enjoyed these bars.


M.F_Editts creations
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These bars were a bit more time-consuming to make than I expected, but they were worth it. They're so delicious and they look really impressive.


Sitaram Tamang
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I made these bars for my family and they loved them! My kids especially liked the graham cracker crust. I will definitely be making these again.


Md Saka hi
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These bars were a little too sweet for me, but I think that's just because I'm not a big fan of sweets. I might try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


Valentine Chinonso
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I had some trouble getting the custard to set properly. I think I might have overcooked it a bit. But the flavor was still good.


Russ Pappas
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These bars were a bit too tart for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. I might try adding a little more sugar next time.


Nela Pacilis
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it always turns out perfectly. The custard is smooth and creamy, and the crust is flaky and buttery. I highly recommend this recipe!


Foufou azme
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These are the perfect summer dessert! They're light and refreshing, and the lime flavor is so invigorating. I love that they're individual bars, so you can easily portion them out.


Heba Abdalla
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I made these for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them, and I even had people asking for the recipe. They're so easy to make and they look really impressive.


Ogunrinola Omotayo
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This recipe is a winner! The lime flavor is perfectly balanced with the sweetness of the custard, and the graham cracker crust adds a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.