Key Lime Bars (Low Fat)

• low fat graham cracker crumbs↗1 1⁄2 cups

  (about 5 ounces)

• brown sugar↗2 tablespoons
• butter-flavored cooking spray
• light cream cheese↗8 ounces
• lime zest↗1 tablespoon
• fat-free sweetened condensed milk↗1 can

  14 ounce

• lime juice1⁄3 cup

  (3 or 4 regular limes)

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

2. 2

   Combine cracker crumbs with brown sugar. Lay a sheet of foil in a 8 x 8 square baking pan, with the sides overhanging the edges. Tuck sides under. Spray foil-lined base with butter-favored cooking spray.

3. 3

   Press crumb mixture into pan. Briefly spray cooking spray on top, and press again.

4. 4

   In a medium bowl, beat light cream cheese until softened. Add lime zest and condensed milk. Beat until smooth. Add lime juice and beat until well blended.

5. 5

   Pour lime mixture on to crumb base. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until center is just set and edges pull away a little. Allow to cool. Chill for at least 2 hours. Cut into 16 bars.