Lime & ginger bars

Lime & ginger bars
50 min.
12
208kcal

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Indulge in the refreshing sweetness of our Lime & Ginger Bars, a delightful treat that will transport your taste buds straight to a tropical paradise. With the perfect balance of zesty lime and warming ginger, these bars are a deliciously tangy way to elevate your dessert game. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply craving a sweet snack, these bars are an irresistible addition to any occasion.

The crumbly gingernut biscuit base provides a satisfying crunch that contrasts beautifully with the creamy, sweet filling made from fresh lime juice and zest. Each bite is bursting with flavor, making them a fantastic side dish that pairs well with afternoon tea or a casual get-together with friends.

What makes these Lime & Ginger Bars even more appealing is their simplicity. Ready in just 50 minutes, they require minimal effort and use just a handful of ingredients that you may already have in your pantry. Plus, the caloric content is just 208 kcal per serving, allowing for guilt-free enjoyment. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, these bars cut easily and are perfect for sharing (if you can resist keeping them all to yourself!). So, get ready to impress your family and friends with a dessert that is as delightful to the eyes as it is to the palate!

Ingredients

  • 85 butter unsalted melted for greasing plus a little extra
  • 250 biscuits 
  • 25 flour plain
  • 200 brown sugar 
  • large egg yolk 
  •  juice of lime (you will need 100ml juice)

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Line a 18 x 23 cm roasting tin with foil, then lightly grease.
  2. Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4 and put a baking sheet in to heat up. Crush the biscuits until very fine.
  3. Mix the crumbs and butter together well, then press into the bottom of the tin, squashing down firmly. Slide tin onto the baking sheet and bake for 20 mins until very dark golden all over.
  4. Meanwhile, make the filling. Stir the flour and sugar together, make a well in the middle, then work in the eggs and yolk until smooth.
  5. Mix in the lime zest and juice.
  6. Pour the filling onto the hot base, return to the oven and turn the heat down to 160C/140C fan/gas
  7. Bake for 20 mins or until set in the middle. Cool on a wire rack, then cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts

Calories208kcal
Protein3.88%
Fat42.25%
Carbs53.87%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.67
Glycemic Load
7.54
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.5947826323302%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.11mg
Hesperetin
0.45mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:208.12kcal
10.41%
Fat:9.96g
15.32%
Saturated Fat:4.43g
27.7%
Carbohydrates:28.57g
9.52%
Net Carbohydrates:28.22g
10.26%
Sugar:17g
18.89%
Cholesterol:46.04mg
15.35%
Sodium:203.2mg
8.83%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.06g
4.12%
Phosphorus:105.95mg
10.6%
Selenium:6.49µg
9.26%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.46%
Folate:23.41µg
5.85%
Iron:0.99mg
5.48%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.46%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.25%
Vitamin A:220.79IU
4.42%
Vitamin B3:0.85mg
4.25%
Vitamin E:0.52mg
3.5%
Calcium:30.41mg
3.04%
Potassium:81.7mg
2.33%
Vitamin B5:0.19mg
1.92%
Vitamin C:1.5mg
1.82%
Vitamin D:0.26µg
1.73%
Copper:0.03mg
1.64%
Vitamin B12:0.1µg
1.61%
Magnesium:6.18mg
1.55%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.48%
Fiber:0.35g
1.39%
Vitamin K:1.41µg
1.34%
Zinc:0.2mg
1.3%