Pioneer Woman Orange Bars

Pioneer Woman Orange Bars are made with salted butter, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, eggs, orange zest, and orange juice. This delicious Orange Bars recipe creates a tasty dessert that takes about 2 hours and 3 hours minutes to prepare and can serve up to 16 people.

Ingredients Needed:

For the Crust:

• 2 sticks (1 cup) salted butter, cut into small cubes, plus more for buttering the pan
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

For the Filling:

• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 large eggs
• Zest and juice of 4 oranges (about 1 cup of juice)
• Powdered sugar, for sifting

How To Make Orange Bars:

1. Prepare the Crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-by-13-inch pan with butter. In a bowl, stir together the flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Add the butter and use a pastry cutter to mix until the mixture resembles fine crumbs. Press the mixture into the prepared pan. Bake in the preheated oven until golden around the edges, about 20 minutes.
2. Make the Filling: In another bowl, stir together the granulated sugar and flour. Crack in the eggs and whisk until combined. Add the orange zest and juice and mix until well combined. Pour the filling over the baked crust. Bake until the filling is set, about 20 minutes.
3. Cool and Serve: Allow the bars to cool in the fridge for a minimum of 2 hours. Before serving, sift powdered sugar over the top and cut into 16 pieces.

Recipe Tips

• Use Fresh Oranges: Fresh oranges will give your bars a vibrant flavor. Look for ones that are heavy for their size, which indicates juiciness.
• Room Temperature Eggs: Make sure your eggs are at room temperature before mixing. This helps create a smoother filling and ensures even cooking.
• Don’t Overmix the Filling: When combining the filling ingredients, mix just until everything is combined. Overmixing can lead to a tougher texture.
• Cool Completely: Allow the bars to cool completely in the fridge for at least 2 hours before slicing. This helps the filling set properly and makes cutting easier.
• Sift Powdered Sugar Before Serving: Sifting the powdered sugar over the top just before serving gives your bars a beautiful finish and prevents clumps.

How To Store & Reheat Leftovers

• Refrigerate: Let the leftover Orange Bars cool to room temperature. After that, put them in an airtight container and refrigerate. They will stay good for up to 5 days.
• Freeze: Put leftover Orange Bars in a freezer-safe container or bag. They can be frozen for up to 3 months. To thaw, move the bars to the fridge for a few hours or leave them out for about 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 of 16 servings

• Calories: Approximately 200
• Total Fat: 9g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Cholesterol: 70mg
• Sodium: 100mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 30g
• Dietary Fiber: 1g
• Sugars: 14g
• Protein: 2g

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