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Fig and Cream Cheese Bars

Decadent Fig and Cream Cheese Bars Perfect for Your Next Gathering

Indulge in these Fig and Cream Cheese Bars, a delightful combination of figs and creamy cheese, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Dried Figs soaked in warm water to soften
  • 1 cup Flour provides structure
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar adds richness
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt balances flavors
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter very cold for best texture
For the Cream Cheese Layer
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese for creamy topping
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar sweetens the layer
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract for flavor complexity
  • 1 large Egg bonds the mixture
For the Fig Layer
  • 1 cup Fresh or Dried Figs cleaned and diced if fresh
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice brightens sweetness

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Blender
  • Baking Pan
  • Oven

Method
 

Making the Bars
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, and salt. Rub in very cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press this into the bottom of a greased or lined baking pan.
  2. Clean and chop the dried figs. Simmer in water until softened, around 5-7 minutes. Blend with lemon juice until smooth and spread this mixture evenly over the crust.
  3. In a bowl, beat together the cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and egg until smooth and creamy. Spread this topping over the fig layer, ensuring even coverage.
  4. Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F). Bake for about 30 minutes, or until the center is set with a slight jiggle. Allow to cool completely in the pan before slicing into bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Serve chilled for an extra creamy texture. Experiment with flavors by adding spices like cinnamon or nutmeg.

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