Creamy Fig and Cream Cheese Bars You’ll Love to Share
Indulge in the delightful Creamy Fig and Cream Cheese Bars You’ll Love to Share. With their rich, creamy texture and the natural sweetness of figs, these bars make for an irresistible dessert. Perfect for gatherings, picnics, or a sweet treat after dinner, they are quick and easy to whip up. The combination of cream cheese and figs creates a unique flavor profile that everyone will adore. Whether you serve them chilled or at room temperature, they are sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 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 preferred)
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 large egg (or flax egg for vegan option)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine dried figs, flour, brown sugar, and cold butter; mix until crumbly.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the baking pan.
- In another bowl, beat together cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and egg until smooth.
- Pour the filling over the base layer.
- Bake for about 30 minutes until set and lightly golden on top.
- Let cool completely before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg