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Macadamia Lemon Bars

Macadamia Lemon Bars
"These bars melt in your mouth" and "They're out of this world" are compliments I receive frequently when people taste this treats. They are excellent for showers and other get-togethers. -Edie DeSpain Logan, Utah
12 ServingsPrep: 25 min. Bake: 10 min.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts
  • FILLING:
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
  • 2 tablespoons chopped macadamia nuts
  • Confectioners' sugar

Directions

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, confectioners' sugar and butter
  • until crumbly; stir in nuts.
  • Press onto the bottom and 1/2 in. up the sides of a greased 8-in.
  • square baking dish. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until
  • lightly browned.
  • In a small bowl, combine the sugar, flour, baking powder and salt.
  • Beat in the eggs, lemon juice and lemon peel until light and fluffy.
  • Pour over hot crust. Sprinkle with nuts. Bake for 10-15 minutes or
© Taste of Home 2013

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Macadamia Lemon Bars (continued)

Directions (continued)

  • until lightly browned. Cool completely on a wire rack. Cut into
  • bars. Sprinkle with the confectioners' sugar. Yield: 1 dozen.
Wine: Sweet White Wine: Enjoy this recipe with a sweet white wine such as Moscato or a sweet Riesling.
© Taste of Home 2013