Macadamia Lemon Bars

Vegetarian
Macadamia Lemon Bars
35 min.
12
191kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Macadamia Lemon Bars, a perfect blend of tangy and nutty flavors that will leave you craving more. These vegetarian treats are not only easy to make but also come together in just 35 minutes, making them an ideal dessert for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply looking to satisfy your dessert cravings, these bars are sure to impress.

The buttery crust, made with a hint of macadamia nuts, provides a deliciously crumbly base that perfectly complements the zesty lemon filling. With each bite, you'll experience the refreshing taste of lemon juice and the aromatic essence of grated lemon peel, balanced beautifully by the richness of melted butter and the crunch of chopped macadamia nuts. Each bar is a delightful explosion of flavors, with a caloric count of just 191 kcal per serving, allowing you to enjoy a sweet treat without the guilt.

These Macadamia Lemon Bars are not just a dessert; they are a celebration of flavors that can brighten up any day. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a dessert that will have everyone asking for seconds. Perfect for sharing or savoring all to yourself, these bars are a must-try for any dessert lover!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.5 cup butter melted
  • 12 servings powdered sugar 
  •  eggs 
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • teaspoons lemon zest grated
  • tablespoons macadamia nuts chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • cup sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, mix flour, confectioners' sugar and melted butter until crumbly; stir in nuts. Press onto bottom and 1/2 in. up sides of a greased 8-in.-square baking dish.
  2. Bake 15-20 minutes or until light brown.
  3. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk sugar, flour, baking powder and salt. Beat in eggs, lemon juice and lemon peel until blended.
  4. Pour over hot crust.
  5. Sprinkle with nuts.
  6. Bake 10-15 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool completely on a wire rack.
  7. Cut into bars.
  8. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts

Calories191kcal
Protein2.6%
Fat44.37%
Carbs53.03%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.76
Glycemic Load
12.38
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
1.788260895273%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.12mg
Hesperetin
0.36mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:190.9kcal
9.55%
Fat:9.7g
14.93%
Saturated Fat:5.3g
33.1%
Carbohydrates:26.1g
8.7%
Net Carbohydrates:25.88g
9.41%
Sugar:24.65g
27.39%
Cholesterol:47.62mg
15.87%
Sodium:137.82mg
5.99%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.28g
2.56%
Vitamin A:276.28IU
5.53%
Selenium:2.98µg
4.26%
Manganese:0.08mg
4.04%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3%
Phosphorus:25.17mg
2.52%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.26%
Vitamin E:0.31mg
2.07%
Calcium:18.65mg
1.86%
Vitamin C:1.42mg
1.72%
Folate:6.74µg
1.69%
Iron:0.29mg
1.59%
Vitamin B5:0.15mg
1.45%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.36%
Copper:0.02mg
1.11%