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Hibiscus Lemon Bars

Hibiscus Lemon Bars That Brighten Your Dessert Game

These Hibiscus Lemon Bars combine a tangy lemon filling with dried hibiscus creating a vibrant dessert experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Use salted butter and adjust added salt if necessary.
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Consider coconut sugar for a different flavor profile.
  • 1 cup Flour Gluten-free flour may be used as a substitute.
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances overall flavor and balances sweetness.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Bean Paste Substitute with extract if unavailable.
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice Meyer lemons may add a sweeter note.
  • 1 Tbsp Dried Hibiscus or Hibiscus Tea Use additional hibiscus tea if desired.
  • 3 large Eggs Ensure they are at room temperature for best results.
  • 1 1/2 cups Sugar Alternate sweeteners like honey can be experimented with.
For Dusting
  • Confectioner’s Sugar May be omitted for a less sweet finish.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • 9x9 inch Baking Pan
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Hibiscus Lemon Bars
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x9 inch baking pan lined with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together 1/2 cup of unsalted butter and 1/4 cup of sugar until fluffy, then mix in 1 tsp of vanilla bean paste, 1 cup of flour, and a pinch of salt.
  3. Press the mixture into the base of the prepared pan and chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
  4. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
  5. In a small bowl, steep 1 Tbsp of dried hibiscus in 1/2 cup of lemon juice for 15 minutes, then strain.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 eggs and 1 1/2 cups of sugar, add the strained mixture along with 1/2 cup of flour and mix until creamy.
  7. Pour the filling over the cooled crust and bake for 20-25 minutes until the center is firm.
  8. Cool completely in the pan before dusting with confectioner’s sugar and slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness and consume within a week.

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