FIG BARS

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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Yield 24 bars

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound dried Calimyrna figs
2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs

Steps:

  • Using kitchen scissors, trim stems from the figs and discard. Cut the figs in half. In a saucepan combine the figs, water and lemon zest and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer the figs, uncovered, until the water is absorbed and figs are tender, about 25 minutes. In a food processor puree the figs until smooth. Add the vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg and pulse to combine.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Sift together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Using an electric mixer cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Gently beat in the dry ingredients. With floured hands, gather the dough into a ball, flatten and wrap with plastic wrap. Refrigerate dough for at least 1 hour, or until chilled enough to easily roll out.
  • Divide the dough in half. On a lightly floured surface, roll out half of the dough into a 13- by 9-inch rectangle. Trim the edges exactly with a sharp knife. Carefully transfer dough to a 13- x-9-9-inch buttered baking dish. Using a spatula spread the cooled fig mixture over the dough in an even layer. On a piece of waxed paper, roll out remaining dough in the same manner as before and place over the filling with the waxed paper side up. Peel the waxed paper from the dough and patch any tears by pressing dough together with your fingertips.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, or until edges are golden. Cool on a wire rack before cutting into bars.

Negar Omidi
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I've always wanted to try making fig bars, and this recipe made it so easy. They turned out perfectly!


rihan oli
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These fig bars are amazing! The recipe is easy to follow, and the results are incredible.


Simeon ndubuisi Ogbonna
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I'm definitely going to be making these fig bars again. They're the perfect treat for any occasion.


Emma Lay
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These fig bars are so easy to make! I was able to whip them up in no time.


Saim Malik
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I'm not a huge fan of figs, but I thought these fig bars were pretty good. The crust is really good, and the filling is sweet and tart.


Meriem Benaida
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I had a hard time finding fresh figs, so I used dried figs instead. The fig bars still turned out great!


Chris Hill
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These fig bars are a bit too sweet for my taste, but I still enjoyed them. The crust is nice and flaky, and the filling is very flavorful.


IMRAN YOUSAFZAI
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I love the flavor of these fig bars. The figs are so sweet and juicy, and the cream cheese frosting is a nice complement.


Hope Ramkir
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These fig bars are delicious! The crust is flaky, the filling is sweet and gooey, and the cream cheese frosting is the perfect finishing touch.


One Juice
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I've made these fig bars several times now, and they're always a hit! They're so easy to make, and they always turn out perfectly.


Michael Stone
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These fig bars are a delightful treat! The combination of sweet figs and tangy cream cheese is a perfect balance, and the shortbread crust adds a nice touch of crunch.