Description
Delicious and refreshing lemon fig bars with a creamy cheese filling, perfect for spring.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup fresh figs, chopped
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- In another bowl, mix the flour and salt, then gradually add to the cream cheese mixture.
- Fold in the chopped figs gently.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until set and lightly golden.
- Let cool before cutting into bars.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
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Notes
- Use ripe figs for the best flavor.
- These bars can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Great for serving at spring gatherings or as an after-dinner treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg