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Macadamia Lemon Bars

SUBMITTED BY: Edie DeSpain

"'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"
RECIPE RATING:
The reviewer gave this recipe 10 stars. This recipe average a 4.8 star rating.
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PREP TIME  10 Min
COOK TIME  25 Min
READY IN  35 Min

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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

  1. In a bowl, combine the flour, confectioners' sugar and butter; 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 degrees F for 15-20 minutes or until lightly browned.
  2. In a small mixing 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 until lightly browned. Cool completely on a wire rack. Cut into bars. Sprinkle with the confectioners' sugar.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 29, 2007 by Angela S.
Light lemon flavour and crispy topping. I drizzled dark chocolate on these as an added treat... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 17, 2007 by Karen
These were absolutely wonderful! I loved these bars as well as my family and friends. I might... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 12, 2008 by NewBride
We really liked the flavor of these bars, but had trouble getting them to set up. I baked them... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 20, 2007 by DonnaV
I wish I could have given this 10 stars!!! I did add more lemon juice though because I like a... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 17, 2007 by What a Dish!
Really good- although it did take me a few bites to get used to nuts in my lemon bars! Lol. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 6, 2007 by jpapadpapa
Excellent! I really love the addition of the nuts! They add more health benefits and better... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 13, 2007 by jazminfig
Great recipe, very pretty and easy. I used pecans, chopped in the food processor. Then added... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 13, 2008 by starbase
This is amazing!!! We loved it. The shortbread just melts in your mouth like fairy floss and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 30, 2008 by DEBBIEP
These are the best!!! Only complaint was that I had a difficult time getting them to set-up. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 3, 2007 by KAREN DOWNES
these are soooo good. melt in your mouth. easy too. MORE