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Fig And Cream Cheese Bars

Irresistible Fig And Cream Cheese Bars You'll Love to Make

Delight in Fig And Cream Cheese Bars, a fusion of creamy and fruity flavors that are easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bar Base
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Can be substituted with a gluten-free blend.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated sugar Combining with brown sugar lends deeper flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Brown sugar Contributes richness and moisture.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder Check for freshness.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking soda Pairs with the figs.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Margarine or coconut oil can be used for dairy-free.
  • 1 large Large egg A flax egg can be substituted for vegan.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Pure extract is preferable.
For the Fig Layer
  • 1 cup Fresh figs Dried figs can also work.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream cheese Full-fat recommended for a rich texture.
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar Omit cornstarch for less sweetness if desired.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice Fresh juice is best.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon zest Opt for organic lemons.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • 8x8-inch baking dish
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8-inch baking dish by greasing and lining with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well blended.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter with the large egg and pure vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  5. Fold in the chopped fresh figs until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  6. Pour the batter into the lined baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. While baking, prepare the cream cheese frosting by beating together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
  9. Once the bars are baked, let them cool for about 30 minutes in the baking dish and then spread the cream cheese mixture evenly on top.
  10. Refrigerate the bars for another 30 minutes before serving to enhance the texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure the butter is softened and at room temperature for the best texture. Refrigerate after frosting to improve cutting and serving.

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