I likey buttermilk. I am fond of plucking a lime from my tree to stuff into my beer. I adore shortbread. Combine all these lovely tastes into Buttermilk Lime Shortbread Bars and you’d think I’d be in heaven.
Sometimes you win with a recipe and other times you walk away with a “Note to self: Meh.”
I made these when the extended family came to meet Sweet E. I also made cupcakes to die for, but that’s another post.
The shortbread was delish, as most shortbreads are. The taste of the limey topping was amazing. It was the gelatinous custardy texture that threw me off.
Here’s a look (for the pics, I totally forgot to top with powdered sugar):
They smelled divine…they tasted like cool refreshing lime…I just couldn’t get past the texture. But, not everyone felt that way. I had a taker who wanted all the leftovers in her to-go package. She LOVED them.
Because I know I’m a finicky eater, and that most folks don’t have texture issues when eating (I’m such a three-year-old sometimes!), I wanted to share these bars.
You can find the recipe over at my BFB’s site (she has no idea we’re best foodie buds): Mel’s Kitchen Cafe
If you pop over, tell her Mrs. Tucker loves her (but please don’t mention I didn’t like her lime bars).
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sue@thet2women
Sunday 2nd of June 2013
These look perfect for summer! I really love your blog and all I've seen thus far! I'm so glad we found one another! Thanks for linking up with us at One Sharendipity Place! I'm off to "Pin" this to our favorites! Sue @ thet2women.com
Mrs. Tucker
Sunday 2nd of June 2013
What a nice thing to say....thank you!
Laura@bakinginpyjamas
Sunday 2nd of June 2013
I love citrus themed treats, these sounds lovely. I found your blog through The Velvet Moon Baker on Sweet and Savoury Sunday.
Mrs. Tucker
Sunday 2nd of June 2013
I'm more partial to chocolate, but occasionally like some citrus variety.
Lynn H @ Turnips 2 Tangerines
Friday 31st of May 2013
Looks delicious~ Perfect dessert for summertime:) Lynn @ Turnips 2 Tangerines
Mrs. Tucker
Friday 31st of May 2013
That's what they say. I hope you love it!