Pear Custard Bars
Description: Indulge in the delightful combination of pears and custard with these delicious Pear Custard Bars. Perfect for dessert or a sweet treat any time of day, these bars are a delightful addition to your baking repertoire.
Recipe Category: Bar Cookie ๐ช
Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Pears, Fruit, Weeknight, Oven, Refrigerator, < 4 Hours
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 221.4
- Fat Content: 15.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 7.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 44.1mg
- Sodium Content: 88.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 19.8g
- Fiber Content: 1.1g
- Sugar Content: 13.5g
- Protein Content: 2.7g
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour and 5 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Ingredients
Ingredient | Quantity |
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Butter | 1/2 cup |
Margarine | 1/3 cup |
Sugar | 3/4 cup |
All-purpose flour | 1/4 cup |
Vanilla extract | 2/3 teaspoon |
Cream cheese | 1 package (8 oz) |
Sugar | 1/2 cup |
Egg | 1 |
Vanilla extract | 1/2 teaspoon |
Sugar | 1/2 cup |
Ground cinnamon | 1/2 teaspoon |
Pears | 1 |
Instructions
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC). Grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
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Prepare Crust: In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter, margarine, and sugar until smooth.
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Add Dry Ingredients: Beat in the all-purpose flour and vanilla extract until well combined.
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Incorporate Nuts: Stir in the nuts until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
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Press into Pan: Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the greased baking pan to form an even crust.
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Bake Crust: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 20 minutes, or until the crust is lightly browned.
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Cool: Remove the crust from the oven and allow it to cool on a wire rack while you prepare the filling.
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Prepare Filling: Increase the oven temperature to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC). In a separate mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
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Add Ingredients: To the cream cheese, add the sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until all ingredients are well combined and the mixture is smooth.
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Pour Over Crust: Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust, spreading it evenly.
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Prepare Pears: Slice the pears into 1/8 inch slices and arrange them in a single layer over the cream cheese filling.
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Sprinkle Topping: In a small bowl, combine the remaining sugar and ground cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the sliced pears.
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Bake Again: Place the pan back in the oven and bake at 375ยฐF (190ยฐC) for 28-30 minutes, or until the center is soft set and will become firmer upon cooling.
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Cool Again: Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool on a wire rack for 45 minutes.
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Refrigerate: Cover the pan and refrigerate the bars for at least 2 hours before cutting into squares.
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Serve: Once chilled, cut into bars and serve. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.
These Pear Custard Bars are a delightful combination of sweet, creamy custard, and juicy pears, all nestled atop a buttery crust. Perfect for any occasion, these bars are sure to be a hit with family and friends alike! Enjoy! ๐๐ฐ