Ruby Red Grapefruit Bars
Brighten up your dessert table with these zesty and refreshing Ruby Red Grapefruit Bars! Featuring a buttery shortbread crust and a tangy, citrus-filled topping made with freshly squeezed ruby red grapefruit juice and zest, these bars offer a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. With their vibrant pink hue and a dusting of powdered sugar, they're as stunning as they are delicious. Ideal for spring gatherings, brunches, or a unique twist on classic lemon bars, these treats are easy to make and will impress any crowd. Ready in just over an hour and serving 9, these bars are a delightful way to incorporate bold grapefruit flavor into your baking repertoire.
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Ingredients
- 115 g unsalted butter, melted
- 50 g granulated sugar
- 125 g all-purpose flour (for crust)
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 120 ml ruby red grapefruit juice, freshly squeezed
- 200 g granulated sugar (for filling)
- 3 large eggs
- 30 g all-purpose flour (for filling)
- 1 tbsp grapefruit zest
- 15 g powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Line an 8x8-inch (20x20 cm) baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, mix the melted butter, granulated sugar (50 g), all-purpose flour (125 g), and salt (0.25 tsp) until well combined and a dough forms.
Step 3
Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust. Use a flat-bottomed glass to press it down smoothly if needed.
Step 4
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove it from the oven and set aside while you prepare the filling.
Step 5
In a separate bowl, whisk together the grapefruit juice (120 ml), granulated sugar (200 g), eggs (3), all-purpose flour (30 g), and grapefruit zest (1 tbsp) until smooth and fully combined.
Step 6
Pour the filling over the pre-baked crust and smooth it out evenly with a spatula.
Step 7
Bake the bars in the oven for another 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set and no longer jiggles in the center.
Step 8
Remove the bars from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan at room temperature. Then transfer to the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours.
Step 9
Once chilled, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment overhang. Slice into 9 squares.
Step 10
Dust the tops with powdered sugar (15 g) before serving, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 812.7 grams (812.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2675 |
| Total Fat 109.90g | 141% |
| Saturated Fat 63.80g | 319% |
| Cholesterol 809mg | 270% |
| Sodium 812mg | 35% |
| Total Carbohydrate 398.00g | 145% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.60g | 16% |
| Total Sugars 275.80g | |
| Protein 35.80g | 72% |
| Vitamin D 120IU | 600% |
| Calcium 141mg | 11% |
| Iron 9mg | 52% |
| Potassium 580mg | 12% |
Source of Calories