Bavarian Torte Bars Recipe

These decadent Bavarian Torte Bars are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! With a buttery almond crust and creamy, pear-topped cheesecake filling, they're surprisingly rich and delightful, even for chocolate lovers. This recipe, inspired by a potluck sensation, delivers a luxurious dessert experience in convenient bar form. Double the recipe to satisfy larger gatherings – it's that good!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 292.1 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bavarian Torte Bars

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How to Make Bavarian Torte Bars

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together 1/2 cup (113g) softened butter and 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour, and 1/2 cup (60g) slivered almonds.
  4. Press the crust evenly into an 8x8 inch baking pan.
  5. Pierce the crust all over with a fork and bake for 10 minutes.
  6. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
  7. While the crust cools, beat 16 ounces (450g) cream cheese until smooth and lump-free.
  8. Add 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar and beat for about 1 minute.
  9. Add 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  10. Beat until well combined.
  11. Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the cooled crust.
  12. Thinly slice 2-3 ripe but firm pears lengthwise and arrange them neatly over the cream cheese filling, slightly overlapping the slices in rows.
  13. Sprinkle generously with a cinnamon sugar topping (mix 2 tablespoons granulated sugar and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon).
  14. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is puffed and almost set.
  15. Cool completely in the pan before refrigerating for at least 2 hours, or until completely chilled.
  16. Cut into squares and serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

67g

Fat

56g

Carbs

6g

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