Ingredientes para Scrumptious Fig Squares
- 1 cup dried figs
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 1/2 cups + 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- Zest of 1 orange
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 lightly beaten egg white
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Cómo preparar Scrumptious Fig Squares
- **Prepare the Fig Filling:** Finely chop 1 cup dried figs in a food processor.
- Combine chopped figs with 1/4 cup fig juice (or orange juice), 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and the zest of 1 orange in a small saucepan.
- Simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently, until thickened to the consistency of jam (about 3-5 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
- Let the fig filling cool completely.
- **Make the Pastry:** Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13 inch baking dish with foil, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- Cream 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add 1 cup granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, beating until light and fluffy (about 5 minutes).
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until the dough just comes together.
- Divide the dough in half.
- Press one half of the dough into the prepared baking dish, ensuring it comes up the sides slightly.
- Brush the edges of the pastry with the lightly beaten egg white.
- Spread the cooled fig filling evenly over the pastry, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
- Crumble the remaining pastry evenly over the filling and gently pat down, bringing it to the edges of the pan.
- In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
- Brush the top crust with the remaining egg white and sprinkle evenly with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and firm to the touch.
- Let cool completely on a wire rack.
- Carefully lift the bars out of the pan using the foil overhang.
- Cut into 1-inch squares and serve.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
3 g
Sugar
56g
Fat
22g
Carbs
8g
