FRUIT-AND-CHEESE BARS

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One pan of these sweet, rich bars goes a long way. Colorful candied fruit makes it especially festive.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield About 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sugar
1 egg
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup chopped mixed candied fruit

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add flour; beat until crumbly. Set aside 1/2 cup for topping. , Press remaining crumb mixture into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in the egg and lemon juice. Stir in candies fruit. Spread over crust; sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture. , Bake 18-20 minutes longer or until firm. Cool on a wire rack. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 61mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Shirley Castro
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I'm going to make this recipe for my next party.


Pamela Ngonono
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This recipe looks amazing.


myaing shwe
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I can't wait to try this recipe.


ronii creations
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


ismacil xuseen
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These bars are a delicious and healthy snack.


sharfaddeen bature
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These bars are a great way to get your kids to eat fruit.


mr.lee Godfrey
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These bars are so easy to make, even a beginner can do it.


Helen Preece
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These bars are the perfect party food.


Jeannie Judy
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in these bars.


Tahir Abro
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These bars are so delicious and refreshing.


Kryona Azariya
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These bars are a great way to use up leftover fruit and cheese.


Ramon Santiago
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I love that these bars are customizable. I can use my favorite fruits and cheeses.


Johnny Triple
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These bars are perfect for a party or a snack. They're also great for meal prep.


Mary Michael
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I love how easy these bars are to make. I can have them ready in just a few minutes.


Jagath Nishantha
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These bars are delicious! I used a variety of fruits and cheeses and they all worked well together.


Lukwago Rashid
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I made these fruit and cheese bars for a party and they were a huge hit! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.