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Hibiscus Lemon Bars

Hibiscus Lemon Bars That Will Brighten Your Day

Delight in these Hibiscus Lemon Bars, combining fresh lemon zest and floral hibiscus for a refreshing twist on a classic dessert.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Butter can be substituted with vegan butter
  • 1/2 cup Sugar brown sugar can be used for a deeper flavor
  • 1 cup All-purpose Flour use gluten-free blend for gluten-free version
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Dried Hibiscus Flowers fresh hibiscus may be used but is often more potent
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Lemon Juice do not substitute with bottled lemon juice
  • 3 large Eggs substitute with flaxseed meal or chickpea flour for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Bean Paste substitute with pure vanilla extract (use half the amount)

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • 9x9-inch baking pan
  • parchment paper
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, sugar, and vanilla bean paste until light and fluffy.
  3. Gently add the all-purpose flour and salt to the butter mixture and mix until just combined.
  4. Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan and chill for 15 minutes.
  5. Bake the crust for 15 minutes or until lightly golden. Allow to cool slightly.
  6. Combine dried hibiscus flowers with lemon juice and steep for 15 minutes, then strain.
  7. Whisk together eggs and sugar in a clean bowl, then add the strained hibiscus-infused lemon juice and flour.
  8. Pour the filling over the pre-baked crust and bake for another 20-25 minutes.
  9. Cool completely in the pan at room temperature before slicing.
  10. Dust with confectioner's sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These bars are perfect for summer gatherings and accommodate gluten-free and vegan diets.

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