Lemongrass Bars with Coconut Shortbread Crust

Vegetarian
Lemongrass Bars with Coconut Shortbread Crust
265 min.
24
166kcal

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Indulge your senses with these delightful Lemongrass Bars with Coconut Shortbread Crust, a perfect treat for any occasion! This vegetarian recipe combines the zesty brightness of fresh lemongrass and lemon juice with the rich, buttery flavor of a coconut-infused shortbread crust. Each bite offers a harmonious balance of sweet and tangy, making it an ideal choice for antipasti, starters, or simply as a snack to brighten your day.

With a preparation time of just over four hours, these bars are well worth the wait. The process begins with creating a golden, crumbly crust that serves as the perfect base for the luscious lemongrass filling. As the bars bake, your kitchen will be filled with an irresistible aroma that will have everyone eagerly anticipating the first bite.

Not only are these bars a feast for the taste buds, but they also provide a delightful visual appeal, dusted with powdered sugar for that extra touch of elegance. Each serving contains only 166 calories, making them a guilt-free indulgence that you can enjoy without hesitation. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself, these Lemongrass Bars are sure to impress and leave a lasting impression on your guests. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a dessert that is as beautiful as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup flour 
  • large eggs 
  • 1.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  •  lemon grass finely chopped (scant)
  • 24 servings powdered sugar 
  • 1.3 cups sugar 
  • ounces coconut shredded sweetened
  • 0.5 cup butter unsalted room temperature

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter 13 x 9 x 2- inch metal baking pan. Using electric mixer, beat flour, coconut, powdered sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in large bowl until well blended, 30 seconds.
  2. Add butter; beat on low speed until moist clumps form. Press dough onto bottom and 1/2 inch up sides of pan.
  3. Bake crust until golden (edges will be darker), about 25 minutes.
  4. Meanwhile, place sugar and lemongrass in processor; pulse until lemongrass is finely ground, about 1 minute.
  5. Add lemon juice; process until well blended, about 30 seconds.
  6. Add eggs; process to blend, 10 to 15 seconds.
  7. Add flour and pinch of salt; pulse until smooth.
  8. Reduce oven temperature to 325°F.
  9. Pour filling over hot crust; bake until filling is firm, 22 to 23 minutes. Cool in pan on rack.
  10. Cut lemongrass bars lengthwise into 4 strips, then crosswise into 6 pieces. Dust bars with powdered sugar and serve.
  11. Per serving: 166 calories, 7 g fat, 0.3 g fiber
  12. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories166kcal
Protein4.46%
Fat30.88%
Carbs64.66%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.17
Glycemic Load
12.3
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.6813043200451%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.15mg
Hesperetin
0.45mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:166.31kcal
8.32%
Fat:5.82g
8.96%
Saturated Fat:3.76g
23.48%
Carbohydrates:27.43g
9.14%
Net Carbohydrates:27.01g
9.82%
Sugar:19.88g
22.09%
Cholesterol:33.42mg
11.14%
Sodium:19.19mg
0.83%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.89g
3.79%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.28%
Selenium:5.77µg
8.24%
Folate:21.14µg
5.28%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.1%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.75%
Iron:0.66mg
3.69%
Vitamin A:152.16IU
3.04%
Vitamin B3:0.57mg
2.86%
Phosphorus:28.03mg
2.8%
Vitamin B5:0.17mg
1.71%
Fiber:0.41g
1.66%
Copper:0.03mg
1.65%
Zinc:0.23mg
1.54%
Vitamin C:1.25mg
1.52%
Vitamin E:0.2mg
1.33%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.32%
Vitamin D:0.2µg
1.31%
Magnesium:5.18mg
1.3%
Potassium:39.56mg
1.13%
Vitamin B12:0.06µg
1.06%
Source:Epicurious