MARGARITA BARS

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My friend Janie made these for a cookie exchange. She said the recipe is from Pillsbury. Will make you pucker up.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h7m

Yield 36 bars

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 cup butter, softened
4 large eggs
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/3 cup frozen margarita mix concentrate, thawed
2 teaspoons fresh lime zest
powdered sugar

Steps:

  • In a big mixing bowl, add all the crust ingredients; mix on low speed until crumbly.
  • Flour your hands/fingers; press mixture firmly in the bottom of an ungreased 13x9 inch baking dish.
  • Bake at 350­° for 20 to 25 minutes or until a light golden brown.
  • In another bowl, beat eggs.
  • Add sugar, flour, and baking powder; stir to blend.
  • Add in margarita mix and lime peel; stir to blend.
  • Take crust out of the oven.
  • Pour filling over the warm crust; place back in the oven.
  • Bake 18-22 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the filling is set.
  • Let cool until completely cooled.
  • Right before serving, sift powdered sugar over the top; cut into bars.

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