Coconut Citrus Bars

Sweet oranges are the key to these amazing bars with loads of orange flavor in every bite. The unique crust and vibrant orange zing makes them unlike regular lemon bars. Prep: 30 min. Bake: 20 min. + cooling Yield: 24 Servings Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened 1/3 cup confectioners' sugar 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup crisp rice cereal FILLING: 4 eggs 1-1/2 cups sugar 1 cup flaked coconut 1/3 cup orange juice 1/4 cup lemon juice 2 tablespoons lime juice 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 3 teaspoons grated orange peel 2 teaspoons grated lemon peel 1-1/2 teaspoons grated lime peel Confectioners' sugar Directions In a small bowl, cream butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy; gradually beat in flour until crumbly. Stir in cereal. Press into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until lightly browned. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, coconut, juices, flour and peels until frothy. Pour over the hot crust. Bake for 18-22 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack. Dust with confectioners' sugar; cut into bars. Store in the refrigerator. Yield: 2 dozen. Nutritional Facts 1 piece (calculated without additional confectioners' sugar) equals 172 calories, 8 g fat (5 g saturated fat), 50 mg cholesterol, 68 mg sodium, 24 g carbohydrate, trace fiber, 2 g protein. Sweet White Wine Enjoy this recipe with a sweet white wine such as Moscato or a sweet Riesling.