Decadent Fig and Cream Cheese Delight Bars
Indulge yourself in these rich Decadent Fig and Cream Cheese Delight Bars, a perfect fusion of creamy texture and sweet fig flavor. This delightful dessert features a buttery crust topped with a luscious layer of blended figs, complemented by a smooth cream cheese filling that’s subtly flavored with fresh lemon juice and vanilla. Perfect for entertaining or a sweet treat for yourself, these bars are easy to make and are sure to impress your friends and family. Serve them dusted with powdered sugar for an elegant finish!
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Servings
80
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
All-purpose flour
1 1/3 cups (about 6 ounces, lightly spooned and leveled)
Brown sugar
3/4 cup (packed)
Salt
1/2 teaspoon (none)
Butter
6 tablespoons (chilled and cut into small pieces)
Dried figs
2 cups (stems removed)
Water
1 cup (none)
Granulated sugar
1/2 cup (divided)
Fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons (freshly squeezed)
Reduced-fat cream cheese
3/4 cup (softened)
Pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (none)
Large egg
1 (none)
Powdered sugar
2 teaspoons (for dusting)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Begin by lightly spooning the flour into a dry measuring cup and leveling it off with a knife.
3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, and salt. Use a whisk to mix them thoroughly.
4
Add the chilled butter pieces to the dry mixture and use a pastry blender or two knives to cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
5
Firmly press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 13 x 9-inch baking dish, creating an even layer.
6
In a medium saucepan, combine the dried figs, water, and 1/4 cup of granulated sugar. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
7
Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 5 minutes or until the figs are tender and the sugar has fully dissolved.
8
Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly. Then, transfer the fig mixture along with the lemon juice to a blender and process until smooth.
9
Spread the fig mixture evenly over the prepared crust.
10
In a separate medium bowl, combine the remaining 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, softened cream cheese, vanilla extract, and egg. Beat with a mixer on medium speed until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
11
Carefully pour the cream cheese mixture over the fig layer, spreading it to the edges to cover completely.
12
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until the filling is set and lightly browned around the edges.
13
Once baked, allow the bars to cool in the pan on a wire rack. Before serving, dust the top with powdered sugar for an elegant touch.
Nutrition Information
10g
Carbs
1g
Protein
0.3g
Fiber
3g
Sugar
10mg
Sodium
3mg
Cholesterol
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
Decadent Fig and Cream Cheese Delight Bars
What are the primary flavors in these bars?
These bars feature a fusion of creamy texture and sweet fig flavor, complemented by lemon and vanilla.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
How should the flour be measured for this recipe?
Lightly spoon the flour into a dry measuring cup and level it off with a knife.
What ingredients make up the crust?
The crust is made from all-purpose flour, brown sugar, salt, and chilled butter.
How do you incorporate the butter into the crust?
Use a pastry blender or two knives to cut the chilled butter into the dry mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
What size baking dish is required?
A 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
Does the baking dish need to be greased?
Yes, the baking dish should be greased before pressing the crust mixture into it.
How are the figs prepared before cooking?
The stems should be removed from the dried figs.
How long should the fig mixture simmer?
Simmer for about 5 minutes or until the figs are tender and the sugar has fully dissolved.
What is added to the cooked figs before blending?
Freshly squeezed lemon juice is added to the fig mixture before processing.
How do you achieve the smooth fig layer?
Transfer the fig mixture to a blender and process until smooth.
What is in the cream cheese filling?
The filling consists of granulated sugar, softened cream cheese, vanilla extract, and one large egg.
What type of cream cheese is used in this recipe?
Reduced-fat cream cheese is used.
How is the cream cheese mixture prepared?
Beat the ingredients with a mixer on medium speed until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
How are the layers assembled?
Spread the fig mixture over the crust, then carefully pour the cream cheese mixture over the fig layer.
How long do the bars bake?
Bake for 30 minutes.
How can you tell when the bars are done?
The bars are done when the filling is set and the edges are lightly browned.
How should the bars be cooled?
Allow the bars to cool in the pan on a wire rack.
What is the recommended finishing touch before serving?
Dust the top of the bars with powdered sugar.
How many calories are in one serving?
There are 80 calories per serving.
What is the carbohydrate content per serving?
Each serving contains 10g of carbohydrates.
How much sugar is in one bar?
One bar contains 3g of sugar.
How much protein is in a serving?
Each serving provides 1g of protein.
What is the sodium content of these bars?
The sodium content is 10mg per serving.
Is there any cholesterol in this recipe?
Yes, there is 3mg of cholesterol per serving.
How much fiber is in each serving?
Each serving contains 0.3g of fiber.
How much vanilla extract is needed?
1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract is required.
What type of sugar is used in the crust?
Packed brown sugar is used for the crust.
How much lemon juice is used in the recipe?
3 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice are used.