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Decadent Fig and Cream Cheese Bars

Decadent Fig and Cream Cheese Bars – Indulge in Easy Bliss

Experience the delicious blend of creamy and sweet in these Decadent Fig and Cream Cheese Bars, perfect for any occasion.
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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: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup All-purpose Flour Gluten-free blend can be used.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar White sugar can be substituted.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavors.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Use coconut oil for vegan option.
For the Fig Layer
  • 1 cup Dried Figs Turkish or Mission figs are best.
  • 1 cup Water Adjust for desired consistency.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh is preferred.
For the Cream Cheese Topping
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Neufchâtel cheese can lighten the topping.
  • 1/2 cup Sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use real vanilla.
  • 1 large Egg Can use a flax egg for vegan option.

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • Pastry cutter
  • baking pan
  • blender
  • Electric Mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the crust by combining flour, brown sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press into a greased 20x30 cm baking pan and chill.
  2. Soften figs by simmering them with water for about 5 minutes. Blend until smooth, adding more water if necessary.
  3. Spread the fig mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
  4. Make the cream cheese topping by beating cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, and egg until smooth. Pour over the fig layer.
  5. Bake at 180°C for 30 minutes, until edges are set and center is slightly jiggly. Cool on the countertop.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

The bars can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the fridge, or individually wrapped and frozen for up to 3 months.

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