Orange Slice Square

Brighten up your dessert table with these zesty and irresistible Orange Slice Squares! Featuring a buttery, crumbly shortbread base topped with a luscious orange-infused filling, this recipe is the perfect balance of citrusy sweetness and delicate texture. Fresh orange juice and vibrant orange zest are the stars of this show, providing a burst of natural flavor in every bite. These squares are easy to make with simple ingredients like flour, sugar, and eggs, coming together in just under an hour. Finished with a dusting of powdered sugar, they’re as stunning as they are delicious. Perfect for sunny brunch spreads, holiday gatherings, or an indulgent afternoon treat, these Orange Slice Squares will delight citrus lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 9

Ingredients

• 120 grams unsalted butter
• 180 grams granulated sugar
• 200 grams all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons orange zest
• 3 large eggs
• 120 milliliters fresh orange juice
• 100 grams powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line a 9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, cream together the butter and 60 grams of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 3

Gradually mix in 150 grams of flour and 1 tablespoon of orange zest to form a crumbly dough. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the base.

Step 4

Bake the base in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove and let it cool while preparing the filling.

Step 5

In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and the remaining 120 grams of granulated sugar until well blended.

Step 6

Add the orange juice, remaining 1 tablespoon of orange zest, baking powder, salt, and the remaining 50 grams of flour. Mix until smooth and combined.

Step 7

Pour the filling over the cooled base and return to the oven. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly firm to the touch.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, lift the dessert out using the parchment paper and transfer it to a cutting board.

Step 9

Dust the top generously with powdered sugar before slicing into squares. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	903 grams (903.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2969

Total Fat 120.00g	154%
Saturated Fat 65.00g	325%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 824mg	275%
Sodium 1415mg	62%
Total Carbohydrate 450.50g	164%
Dietary Fiber 8.80g	31%
Total Sugars 289.50g
Protein 41.80g	84%

Vitamin D 123IU	615%
Calcium 169mg	13%
Iron 13mg	70%
Potassium 734mg	16%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.4%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 59.1%