June 25, 2022

Get Up and Go bars (aka True Orange Bars)

Get Up and Go bars (aka True Orange Bars)

Category

Desserts

Servings

4

Prep Time

These orange bars are crispy, flavorful and the perfect ending to any meal.

Author:
Chef Mary Lou Davis
Get Up and Go bars (aka True Orange Bars)

Ingredients

  • For the Crust:

  • 1 c

    Butter, cubed

  • 2 1/4 c

    All purpose Flour

  • 1 c

    Powdered Sugar

  • 1 1/2 c

    Granulated sugar

  • 1/4 c

    Macadamia Nuts

  • For the Custard:

  • 4

    Eggs

  • 2/3 c

    Oranges juice

  • 2 tsp

    Orange zest

  • 1/4 tsp

    Salt

  • 1/4 tsp

    Cinnamon

  • Powdered sugar

Directions

  1. Combine butter, 2 cups flour, powdered sugar, cinnamon and macadamia nuts into a food processor and mix until well incorporated.
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread mixture on it evenly.
  3. Place in a 350 degree oven for approx. 15-20 min. (You want the crust part cooked.)
  4. While the crust is cooking, combine eggs and sugar in a bowl and mix together. Then add orange juice, zest, remaining flour, salt and true citrus seasoning.
  5. Once the crust is finished add egg mixture on top of crust and place back into the oven for 20 min.
  6. After baking, let cool for at least 2 hours before cutting, and finish with powdered sugar.
  7. Enjoy!

Recipe Notes

Recipe created by Chef Mary Lou Davis (Hell's Kitchen, Season 19)

Chef Mary Lou is an avid geek who loves anime, cooking, & cosplay. A graduate from the Culinary Institute of America, San Antonio, Mary Lou is ready to share her experience & expertise with an extravagance only she possesses.

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