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Mango Dream Bars

Mango Dream Bars: Your Go-To Refreshing Tropical Treat

Mango Dream Bars are a refreshing tropical treat made with simple ingredients, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour substitute with gluten-free flour if needed
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar sugar alternative for lower calories
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract use pure vanilla for best results
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt a pinch is sufficient
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Mango Puree fresh preferred; frozen or canned can substitute
  • 2 large Large Eggs can be swapped with flax eggs for vegan option
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch substitute with arrowroot starch if needed
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice fresh juice preferred
Optional Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Shredded Coconut can be omitted if not desired

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • medium saucepan
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8-inch baking pan by greasing it or lining with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, salt, softened unsalted butter, and vanilla extract. Blend until crumbly.
  3. Press the mixture into the prepared pan to create a solid crust.
  4. Bake the crust for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden and let it cool slightly.
  5. In a medium saucepan, whisk together mango puree, granulated sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt over medium heat until thickened.
  6. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before folding in the eggs and vanilla until smooth.
  7. Pour the mango filling over the cooled crust and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until set and lightly browned around the edges.
  9. Let cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for 1-2 hours before slicing.
  10. Slice and serve chilled, optionally garnished with shredded coconut.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.

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