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Decadent Fig and Cream Cheese Bars

Decadent Fig and Cream Cheese Bars to Wow Your Guests

Decadent Fig and Cream Cheese Bars combine rich cream cheese with sweet figs for a delightful dessert experience.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Dried Figs Adds natural sweetness and rich flavor; substitute with fresh figs if desired
  • 1 cup Flour All-purpose flour is recommended for best results
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Can be swapped with white sugar for different flavor
  • 1/4 tsp Salt Use kosher or sea salt for best results
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Try margarine or coconut oil for dairy-free
For the Cream Cheese Layer
  • 1 cup Cream Cheese Can replace with dairy-free cream cheese for vegan option
  • 1 large Egg Consider using flaxseed meal mixed with water for egg-free
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Always go for real vanilla for best taste
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Adds a refreshing acidity

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • pastry cutter
  • Saucepan
  • Baking Pan
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, and salt. Cut in cold, unsalted butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press into the bottom of a greased 20x30 cm baking pan.
  2. Remove stems from dried figs and chop coarsely. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine figs and a small amount of water. Cook for 5 minutes until softened, then blend with cooking liquid and lemon juice until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, beat cream cheese until creamy, gradually add sugar, vanilla, and egg. Mix until smooth. Spread this mixture over the fig layer.
  4. Preheat oven to 180°C (356°F). Bake for approximately 30 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden and the cream cheese layer is set but slightly jiggly.
  5. Allow the bars to cool completely on a wire rack. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allowing the bars to chill overnight enhances flavors and improves texture. Use a sharp knife dipped in hot water for clean slices.

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