Welcome to a tangy and tantalizing treat: Key Lime Shortbread Bars. These delightful bars are a harmonious fusion of zesty key lime flavor and buttery shortbread crust, creating a dessert that’s as refreshing as it is indulgent.

Imagine sinking your teeth into a crumbly shortbread crust, perfectly complemented by a creamy and tangy key lime filling. Each bite is a burst of citrusy sweetness, balanced by the richness of the buttery crust, creating a symphony of flavors that dance on your palate.

Ingredients:

For the Shortbread Base:
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
Zest of 1 lime

For the Key Lime Filling:
1 cup granulated sugar
4 large eggs
2/3 cup fresh key lime juice (you can also use regular lime juice)
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Lime slices for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

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