How many servings does this recipe make?

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

What ingredients do I need for Summer Citrus Squares?

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 3 tablespoons cornstarch, ¼ teaspoon fine salt, ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened, and more.

Is Summer Citrus Squares suitable as general?

Yes, Summer Citrus Squares falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Summer Citrus Squares?

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

Summer Citrus Squares Recipe

Name: Summer Citrus Squares
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour; 3 tablespoons cornstarch; ¼ teaspoon fine salt; ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened; ⅓ cup sugar; 6 tablespoons red currant jelly; 2 large eggs; 2 large egg yolks; ½ cup sugar; ½ cup sweetened condensed milk; ⅓ cup all-purpose flour; 1 pinch fine salt; 1 cup freshly squeezed clementine juice, about 6 Clementine's; 4 -5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 teaspoons clementine zest, finely grated; 2 teaspoons lemon zest, finely grated

1

Butter a 9 by 12 1/2-inch baking pan.

2

Line pan with foil and leave about 2 inches extra on all sides.

3

Butter the foil.

4

Whisk the flour, cornstarch, and salt together in a bowl.

5

In a standing mixer fitted with the paddle attachment or with a hand mixer, beat the butter with the sugar on medium, until light and fluffy, about 4 minutes.

6

Turn mixer to low speed, add the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.

7

Do not overwork the dough.

8

Transfer dough to prepared pan, spreading it out evenly across the pan.

9

Press the dough to make a 1/4-inch thick covering over the bottom of the pan.

10

Cover with plastic wrap, then press and flatten using your hands to smooth and even out the dough.

11

Refrigerate for 1 hour.

12

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.

13

Remove the plastic from the top of the dough and prick the dough with a fork or a wooden skewer.

14

Bake the crust until just golden, about 30 minutes.

15

Meanwhile, melt the jelly in the microwave until soft enough to spread, about 1 minute.

16

Spread the jelly with a pastry brush or an offset spatula over the crust.

17

Return to the oven and cook another 10 minutes.

18

Cool crust completely on a wire rack, 1 hour.

19

Meanwhile, whisk the eggs, yolks, sugar, sweetened condensed milk, flour, and salt together in a medium bowl.

20

Beat until thick and slightly pale.

21

Stir in the citrus juices and zest, and whisk gently to blend well.

22

Pour the filling onto the cooled crust and bake until the filling is firm but still loose and wobbly in the center, about 25 to 30 minutes.

23

Cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes.

24

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or overnight before cutting.

25

Remove bars from refrigerator and dip the bottom of them in warm water to soften the butter and release the foil from the sides of the pan.

26

Use foil to lift pastry out of the baking pan and transfer to a cutting board.

27

Using a sharp knife or a pizza cutter, cut into about 50 1 1/2-inch squares, wiping down the knife with a hot, wet towel between cuts.

Summer Citrus Squares

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