Creamy Fig and Cream Cheese Bars You’ll Love to Share
Indulge in the creamy richness of these Creamy Fig and Cream Cheese Bars You’ll Love to Share. Perfectly balanced with sweet figs and smooth cream cheese, this easy-to-make dessert is ideal for any occasion, from casual gatherings to special celebrations. These delightful bars are not only a treat for your taste buds but also a feast for the eyes, making them perfect for sharing with friends and family. With just a few simple steps, you can create a dessert that everyone will rave about.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup Dried Figs (soaked if hard)
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour (or whole wheat)
- 1/2 cup Brown Sugar (or coconut sugar)
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (cold, cut into cubes)
- 8 oz Cream Cheese (full-fat)
- 1/3 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 large Egg (or flax egg)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine soaked dried figs, flour, brown sugar, and butter. Mix until crumbly.
- Press the mixture into a greased 9×9 inch baking dish.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and egg until smooth.
- Pour over the base and bake for about 30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool completely before cutting into bars.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg