Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) ice water
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup (240ml) granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup (80ml) lemon juice
- 1/4 cup (60g) chipotle powder
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
25-30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
- Add the butter and use your fingers to work it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the ice water one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together.
- Press the dough evenly into a 9x13 inch (23x33 cm) baking pan. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- While the crust is baking, make the filling. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, lemon juice, and chipotle powder.
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the filling has set and the edges are golden brown.
- Let cool completely before cutting into bars.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
- Sodium: 140mg
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 25g
- Protein: 3g
Dish Characteristics:
- Tangy and sweet
- Rich and flavorful
- With a hint of spice
User Comments:
- "These bars were delicious! The perfect balance of lemon and chipotle flavors."
- "I made these for a party and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them!"
- "I'm not usually a fan of lemon desserts, but these bars were amazing. The chipotle powder adds a unique and delicious twist."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have chipotle powder, you can substitute with smoked paprika or chili powder.
- For a stronger chipotle flavor, increase the amount of powder to 1/2 cup.
- Let the bars cool completely before cutting into them to prevent the filling from crumbling.
