Description
Refreshing Pink Grapefruit Bars are a delightful treat bursting with citrus flavor. These easy-to-make bars feature a creamy, zesty grapefruit filling atop a buttery crust, making them an ideal dessert for any occasion. Their vibrant pink color is visually appealing and perfect for impressing guests at summer picnics or cozy gatherings. Enjoy the sweet-tart balance that dances on your taste buds while adding a refreshing twist to your dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup freshly squeezed grapefruit juice
- 1 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
- Zest of 1 grapefruit
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or line with parchment paper.
- For the crust, combine melted butter, granulated sugar, flour, and salt in a mixing bowl until crumbly. Press firmly into the prepared dish.
- Bake crust for 15 minutes until golden brown; let cool slightly.
- In another bowl, whisk together grapefruit juice, zest, sugar, eggs, and flour until smooth.
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares; dust with powdered sugar if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 195
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 70mg