Description
These lemongrass bars feature a golden, buttery coconut shortbread crust with a tangy, lemony filling that offers a subtle kick of lemongrass.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups (170g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (75g) unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (115g) plus 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 1/2 cups (300g) granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (120ml) fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped lemongrass
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (176°C). Butter a 13x9x2 inch baking pan.
- For the crust: In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat together 1 1/2 cups flour, coconut, powdered sugar, and salt until well blended. Add the butter and beat on low speed until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Press the mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- For the filling: In a medium bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, 3 tablespoons flour, and baking powder. Add the eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, and lemongrass, and whisk until smooth.
- Pour the filling over the warm crust. Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is lightly golden.
- Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, cut into squares and serve.
Notes
These bars are best served chilled. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. For a more pronounced lemongrass flavor, consider steeping the lemongrass in the lemon juice for a few minutes before mixing. If you prefer a less sweet dessert, reduce the sugar in the filling by 1/4 cup.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22
- Sodium: 130
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 60