Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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16
servings
1.75 cup

White Wheat Flour

0.5 cup

Powdered Sugar

1 cup

Butter

Softened

4 unit

Eggs

1.5 cup

Granulated Sugar

0.25 cup

White Wheat Flour

0.25 tsp

Kosher Salt

0.5 tsp

Baking Powder

0.33 cup

Frozen Margarita Mix Concentrate

Thawed

1 tbsp

Lime Zest

Freshly Grated

1 tbsp

Powdered Sugar

for Dusting

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~4 min

Combine crust ingredients in a large mixing bowl.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 3
~4 min

Mix on low speed until doughy.

Step 4
~4 min

Press mixture firmly into the bottom of an un-greased 13x9 inch baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 5
~4 min

Bake for 20-25 minutes until light golden brown.

Step 6
~4 min

Remove crust from oven and allow to cool slightly, keeping the oven on.

Step 7
~4 min

In a mixing bowl, combine eggs, sugar, flour, salt, and baking powder.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 8
~4 min

Mix until combined.

Step 9
~4 min

Add margarita mix concentrate and lime zest.

Step 10
~4 min

Mix until combined.

Step 11
~4 min

Pour filling over the warm crust.

Step 12
~4 min

Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 18-22 minutes until top is golden brown and filling is set.

Step 13
~4 min

Remove from oven and set on a rack to cool completely.

Step 14
~4 min

Before serving, sift powdered sugar over the top.

Step 15
~4 min

Cut into squares or bars.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use parchment paper to line the baking dish for easier removal.

For a stronger lime flavor, add more lime zest.

Chill the bars completely before cutting for cleaner squares.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled.

Pair with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Garnish with fresh mint leaves.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican Fiesta Platter
Grilled Pineapple

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

USA

Cultural Significance

Modern dessert adaptation of a classic cocktail.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Summer parties

Occasion Tags

Party
Summer
Celebration
Cinco de Mayo

Popularity Score

70/100

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