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    Pink Grapefruit Dessert Bars

    Published: Mar 22, 2021 · Modified: Feb 28, 2023 by Emily · This post may contain affiliate links · 32 Comments

    These Pink Grapefruit Dessert Bars are easy to make and full of citrusy grapefruit flavor! Make this dessert bar recipe for any occasion and you will have a sweet and decadent treat.

    a grapefruit dessert bar
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    Yes, another grapefruit recipe from me 😬. Since there lemon bars and lime bars, why not grapefruit bars? This recipe is for Pink Grapefruit Dessert Bars, but you can use any type of grapefruit you have on hand.

    The grapefruit curd that is created after baking these little treats is to die for! I'm pretty sure I see a grapefruit curd recipe in my future. Until then, check out my recipe for Grapefruit Pound Cake for another grapefruity treat!

    grapefruit bars with powdered sugar on top

    Ingredients Needed to Make Pink Grapefruit Dessert Bars

    • unsalted butter, room temp
    • all-purpose flour
    • confectioners powdered sugar
    • salt (omit if using salted butter)
    • sugar
    • all-purpose flour
    • eggs
    • freshly squeezed grapefruit juice 
    • grapefruit zest
    • pink food coloring
    grapefruit bar with powdered sugar speinkled on top

    How to Make Grapefruit Bars

    1. Preheat the oven to 350° F and prepare a baking pan with parchment paper.
    2. Place the crust ingredients in a medium mixing bowl and use a pastry cutter, a fork, or your hands to combine everything. Place the mixture into the prepared pan and press it evenly into the bottom. Bake for 18-20 minutes.
    3. While the crust is baking, prepare the filling. Place the flour and sugar in a large mixing bowl and whisk to combine. Add the eggs and mix in completely. Add the juice, zest, and 2-3 drops of pink food coloring.
    4. Once the crust has baked, remove it from the oven and carefully pour the filling over the hot crust. Bake for another 25 minutes or until the filling is no longer jiggly in the middle. Allow the bars to cool for at least an hour. and then place them in the refrigerator for 2 more hours to chill and set.
    stacked grapefruit bars with powdered sugar on top

    Tips for Make the Best Bars Ever

    • I used an 8x10 baking dish to make these because I knew I wanted a thick layer of grapefruit filling in each bar. This made the cooking time a little longer, but it was worth it!
    • Parchment paper makes removing the bars from the pan SO much easier. Not to mention the bars don't stick to the pan!
    • Since the eggs make the filling mixture a little orangy-yellow, the added food coloring makes the bars a beautiful pink color, but that step is completely optional.
    • Sprinkle the powdered sugar on top right before serving since it does dissolve into the bar after a little while.
    • When zesting the grapefruit, only get the top layer and not the bitter white pith.
    • Store any leftover bars in a covered container in the fridge. They are best within 24 hours of baking and will last 2-3 days in the fridge.
    sliced grapefruit bars on a plate

    Tools to Make Dessert Bars

    More Easy Dessert Recipes to Try

    • Cherry Crumble Bars
    • No-Bake Irish Cream Mini Cheesecakes
    • Easy and Moist Banana Pudding Layer Cake
    • Cake Batter Rice Krispie Treats
    • Oreo Mint Ice Cream Pie
    stacked grapefruit bars with sugar on top

    Pink Grapefruit Dessert Bars

    Grapefruit Dessert bars for a citrusy and sweet treat!
    5 from 23 votes
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    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Chill Time: 2 hours
    Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
    Servings: 12 bars
    Calories: 249kcal
    Author: EmilyFabulous

    Equipment

    • deep baking dish (8x10 or 9x13)
    • parchment paper
    • 2 mixing bowls
    • pastry cutter
    • whisk
    • juicer and zester
    • mesh strainer

    Ingredients

    Crust

    • ½ cup unsalted butter, room temp
    • 1 cup all-purpose flour
    • ¼ cup confectioners powdered sugar (and a little extra for sprinkling on top)
    • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt (omit if using salted butter)

    Filling

    • 1 ½ cups sugar
    • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
    • 4 large eggs
    • 1 cup freshly squeezed grapefruit juice, strained (1-2 grapefruit depending on the size)
    • 1 tablespoon grapefruit zest
    • 2-3 drops pink food coloring

    Instructions

    Crust

    • Preheat the oven to 350° F and prepare a baking dish with parchment paper. Tip: use a little butter or non-stick spray on the bottom of the pan before placing the parchment paper in so it doesn't move around.
      pan with parchment paper in the bottom
    • Place the butter, flour, powdered sugar, and salt in a medium mixing bowl. Use a pastry cutter, a fork, or your hands to combine everything. You want a crumbly mixture with small pieces of butter throughout. You can also do this in a food processor but I find it's not necessary. Place the mixture into the prepared pan and press it evenly into the bottom. Bake for 18-20 minutes.
      crust for bars in a pan with parchment paper

    Filling

    • While the crust is baking, prepare the filling. Place the flour and sugar in a large mixing bowl and whisk to combine. Add the eggs and beat in. Pour in the juice, zest, and 2-3 drops of pink food coloring and whisk everything together one more time.
      grapefruit bar filling with pink food coloring added
    • Once the crust has baked, remove it from the oven and carefully pour the filling over the hot crust. Place the pan back into the oven and bake for another 25 minutes or until the filling is no longer jiggly in the middle. Start checking around 20 minutes, the cooking time will depend on the size of your pan and your oven.
      baked grapefruit bars in a pan
    • Once the bars are done cooking, remove the pan from the oven and allow them to cool for at least an hour. They will cool faster if you place the pan on top of a cooling rack. Place the bars in the refrigerator for 2 more hours to chill and set. Use the parchment paper edges to lift the bars out of the pan. Slice the bars into 12 even pieces. Sprinkle with powdered sugar right before serving. Enjoy!
      grapefruit bars with powdered sugar on top

    Notes

    • Store any leftover bars in a covered container in the fridge. They are best within 24 hours of baking and will last 2-3 days in the fridge.
     

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1bar | Calories: 249kcal | Carbohydrates: 39.1g | Protein: 3.6g | Fat: 9.5g | Saturated Fat: 5.4g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 128mg | Potassium: 65mg | Fiber: 0.6g | Sugar: 28.9g | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg

    Any nutrition calculations are only estimates using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.

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    Comments

    1. Mama Maggie's Kitchen says

      April 06, 2021 at 11:47 pm

      5 stars
      This made me drool! Looks soooo delicious.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        April 07, 2021 at 2:18 am

        LOL, thanks, Maggie!

        Reply
    2. Cindy Mom the Lunch Lady says

      April 05, 2021 at 5:34 pm

      5 stars
      This is a brilliant idea! We love lemon bars and I love grapefruit, so this would be amazing!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        April 05, 2021 at 5:54 pm

        Thanks! Yes, you have to try them if you love grapefruit!

        Reply
    3. Mihaela|https://theworldisanoyster.com/ says

      April 04, 2021 at 10:09 am

      5 stars
      Wow! Not only an appetizing colour but a fruity flavour too! Great idea for snacks:)

      Reply
      • Emily says

        April 04, 2021 at 4:31 pm

        Yes! Thank you, Mihaela! These make the perfect snack.

        Reply
    4. Leah says

      April 03, 2021 at 11:15 pm

      These are so pretty! And you are right, why not do grapefruit bars if lemon bars taste good. I can’t wait to try this recipe!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        April 04, 2021 at 4:32 pm

        When life gives you grapefruit...make some grapefruit bars! LOL😂

        Reply
    5. Catherine says

      April 03, 2021 at 9:47 pm

      5 stars
      Wow these look incredible! Can't wait to try 🙂

      Reply
      • Emily says

        April 04, 2021 at 4:32 pm

        You are going to love them, enjoy!!

        Reply
    6. Inga says

      April 03, 2021 at 8:13 pm

      5 stars
      This looks divine. So bright and colorful 🙂

      Reply
      • Emily says

        April 04, 2021 at 4:32 pm

        I agree, the color is pretty cool😁

        Reply
    7. Sondra says

      April 03, 2021 at 6:54 pm

      5 stars
      Looks amazing!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        April 04, 2021 at 4:32 pm

        Thank you, Sondra!

        Reply
    8. Ildiko says

      April 03, 2021 at 5:32 pm

      I love ruby red grapefruit so I’m sure I would love these bars. They look so pretty, too, with the nice pink color. Will try them! Thanks

      Reply
      • Emily says

        April 03, 2021 at 6:01 pm

        Thanks! You are going to love these bars!

        Reply
    9. Sue says

      April 03, 2021 at 5:30 pm

      5 stars
      I love love LOVE grapefruit and never imagined using them for baking, but you have convinced me. These were amazing, and now I have to try some more of your grapefruit recipes!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        April 03, 2021 at 6:02 pm

        I'm so glad you enjoyed them and if you love grapefruit that much, you definitely need to try some of the other recipes. Grapefruit lovers unite!

        Reply
    10. Karlie says

      April 02, 2021 at 7:29 pm

      5 stars
      When the ruby red grapefruits in Texas are in season, this is such a treat. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        April 02, 2021 at 7:32 pm

        I bet they are delicious! Enjoy!

        Reply
    11. Julie says

      April 02, 2021 at 7:04 pm

      5 stars
      I'm with you on this, why not pink grapefruit bars. They look and sound absolutely divine.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        April 02, 2021 at 7:33 pm

        LOL, great minds think alike 😀 Thanks!

        Reply
    12. Maria says

      April 02, 2021 at 5:54 pm

      5 stars
      They look delicious! Such a great easy snack idea.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        April 02, 2021 at 7:33 pm

        They are a great snack...or breakfast...or dessert...or dinner...LOL!😂

        Reply
    13. Michelle says

      April 02, 2021 at 5:53 pm

      5 stars
      These grapefruit bars were so yummy! My kids loved them!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        April 02, 2021 at 7:34 pm

        So glad to hear it, Michelle!

        Reply
    14. Nicole says

      April 02, 2021 at 5:20 pm

      5 stars
      With such a simple dessert I can see myself making these all summer long. Yum!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        April 02, 2021 at 7:34 pm

        It's amazing how easy these bars are to make. And since I love summer, I'm right with you on that one!

        Reply
    15. Dannii says

      April 02, 2021 at 4:44 pm

      5 stars
      I love pink grapefruit, but I have never tried anything like this. It looks amazing.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        April 02, 2021 at 7:34 pm

        If you love grapefruit you gotta try these!!

        Reply
    16. Kristina says

      March 26, 2021 at 10:52 pm

      5 stars
      These were so good, just like your other grapefruit recipes!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        March 27, 2021 at 1:11 am

        Thanks, Kristina! Gotta love that grapefruit!

        Reply

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