Cherry Limeade Bars
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Tangy and sweet, a twist on the classic lemon bar, these easy dessert squares simply scream summer. A light, buttery crust is cooked with a thin layer of maraschino cherry puree, then topped with a lime custard. These little treats are just as refreshing as a tall glass of limeade. You’re going to love them.
Course Desserts
Cuisine American
- 1 c. flour
- ½ c. butter softened
- ¼ c. powdered sugar
- Dash of salt
- 6 oz. can maraschino cherries undrained
- ½ Tbsp. cornstarch
- 3 eggs
- 1 ¼ c. sugar
- 3 Tbsp. flour
- ¼ c. key lime juice *
- Green Gel Food Coloring
In a large bowl, combine flour, butter , powdered sugar, salt and flour until well mixed.
Press into the bottom of a 9×9 inch baking pan. Pour the entire, undrained can of maraschino cherries into a blender, add cornstarch and blend until well chopped (but not pureed).
Using a spatula, carefully spread the cherry mixture over the crust mixture. Bake in an oven preheated to 350 degrees for 15 minutes.
In a large bowl, beat together remaining ingredients.
Pour over cooked crust & cherry mixture.
Return to oven and bake an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the mixture has set.
Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars, garnishing with powdered sugar, and serving to your favorite people.
Enjoy!
Keyword CHERRY LIMEADE BARS