Vanilla Custard Bars

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Ingredients

For the Crust:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 3/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces

For the Custard Filling:

• 4 large eggs
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the flour and powdered sugar.
3. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking pan.
5. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden. Set aside to cool.

2. Make the Custard Filling:

1. In a large bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar together until well combined and slightly thickened.
2. Add the flour and mix until smooth.
3. Gradually whisk in the milk until the mixture is well combined.
4. Stir in the vanilla extract.

3. Bake the Custard Bars:

1. Pour the custard filling over the baked crust.
2. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until the custard is set and lightly golden on top.
3. Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan.

4. Finish and Serve:

1. Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar.
2. Cut into bars and serve.

Enjoy your homemade Vanilla Custard Bars!