LET'S HAVE A FIESTA - COOKIE BARS

Let's Have a Fiesta - Cookie Bars image

Provided by Daily Inspiration S @DailyInspiration

Categories Cookies

Number Of Ingredients 12

BASE:
1 1/4 cup(s) a. p. flour
1/2 cup(s) powdered sugar
1 cup(s) softened butter, unsalted
FILLING
4 eggs
1 1/2 cup(s) sugar
1/4 cup(s) a. p. flour
1/2 teaspoon(s) baking powder
1/3 cup(s) frozen margarita mix, thawed
2 teaspoon(s) lime zest
1 tablespoon(s) powdered sugar

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Combine the base layer ingredients and use your mixer or food processor until crumbly. Press mixture into the bottom of an ungreased 13 x 9 inch pan. Bake for 20-25 minutes until light brown.
Beat eggs in a large bowl and add sugar, flour and baking powder - mix well. Add thawed margarita concentrate and lime zest. Mix well.
Pour filling over the warm base and bake an additional 18-22 minutes or until golden brown and filling is set.
Cool bars until completely cooled. Prior to serving, sprinkle the tops of the bars with the tablespoon of powdered sugar. Use a small sieve to ensure even coverage. Cut into bars and enjoy.