Light Lime Bars Recipe

Name: Light Lime Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons softened butter; 3 tablespoons light cream cheese or 3 tablespoons fat free cream cheese; ½ cup granulated sugar; 1 large egg yolk; ¾ cup flour; 2 tablespoons powdered sugar; 1 large egg; ¼ cup egg substitute; 1 cup granulated sugar; 2 tablespoons unbleached flour; ⅓ cup lime juice or ⅓ cup key lime juice; 2 tablespoons powdered sugar

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons softened butter
3 tablespoons light cream cheese or 3 tablespoons fat free cream cheese
½ cup granulated sugar
1 large egg yolk
¾ cup flour
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 large egg
¼ cup egg substitute
1 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons unbleached flour
⅓ cup lime juice or ⅓ cup key lime juice
2 tablespoons powdered sugar

1
Heat oven to 350F.
2
For crust, beat the butter, cream cheese and 1/2 C granulated sugar with electric mixer in medium bowl until light and fluffy.
3
Beat in the egg yolk; gradually add the 3/4 C flour.
4
Spread into a greased 8-inch square baking dish.
5
Sprinkle 2 T powdered sugar on top of the dough so it won't stick to the palm of your hands as you pat it down to make a crust.
6
Bake 20 minutes.
7
For filling: beat the egg and egg substitute slightly in mixing bowl.
8
Add 1 cup granulated sugar and 2 T flour; beat on low speed until blended.
9
Add the lime juice; beat on low until blended.
10
Pour onto warm shortbread crust; bake 15 minutes more.
11
Place on rack to cool.
12
Sprinkle top with 2 T or more of powdered sugar.

670

kcal

Calories

Fat

116

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons softened butter, 3 tablespoons light cream cheese or 3 tablespoons fat free cream cheese, ½ cup granulated sugar, 1 large egg yolk, and more.

Yes, Light Lime Bars falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Light Lime Bars

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions