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Buttery Fig And Cream Cheese Bars

These delightful buttery fig and cream cheese bars are a perfect combination of sweet and creamy flavors. With a flaky crust and a rich, tangy filling, they make an excellent dessert for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 220 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 9x9-inch baking pan
  • 1 mixing bowls
  • 1 electric mixer or whisk
  • 1 measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 rubber spatula
  • 1 oven

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup dried figs, chopped Can substitute with dried apricots, dates, or other dried fruit.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease the 9x9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until creamy.
  • Gradually add in the flour and salt, mixing until a smooth dough forms.
  • Press two-thirds of the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form a crust. Set aside the remaining dough for the topping.
  • In another bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually mix in the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon until well combined.
  • Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the crust in the baking pan.
  • Sprinkle the chopped figs over the cream cheese layer.
  • Crumble the reserved dough over the figs to create a topping layer.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
  • Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely in the pan before cutting into bars.
  • For best results, let the bars chill in the refrigerator for a couple of hours before slicing. This will help them hold their shape better.

Notes

For best results, let the bars chill in the refrigerator for a couple of hours before slicing. This will help them hold their shape better.
You can substitute dried figs with dried apricots, dates, or any other dried fruit of your choice.
Serve these bars with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.