Fruit and Nut Festive Bars Recipe

Name: Fruit and Nut Festive Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened; 6 Tbsp. butter, softened; 1/2 cup sugar; 1 tsp. vanilla; 1 cup flour; 1/4 tsp. baking soda; 1 can (14 oz.) sweetened condensed milk; 3 eggs; 1 pkg. (7 oz.) dried fruit bits (apricots, plums, apples, raisins); 3/4 cup chopped PLANTERS Pecans; 3/4 cup BAKER'S ANGEL FLAKE Coconut

Servings: persons

4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
6 Tbsp. butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
1 cup flour
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1 can (14 oz.) sweetened condensed milk
3 eggs
1 pkg. (7 oz.) dried fruit bits (apricots, plums, apples, raisins)
3/4 cup chopped PLANTERS Pecans
3/4 cup BAKER'S ANGEL FLAKE Coconut

1
Beat cream cheese, butter, sugar and vanilla in large bowl with mixer until blended.
2
Add flour and baking soda; mix well.
3
Refrigerate 1 hour or until chilled.
4
Heat oven to 325F.
5
Line 13x9-inch pan with foil, with ends of foil extending over sides.
6
Spray with cooking spray.
7
Roll out dough on lightly floured surface to 15x11-inch rectangle; press onto bottom and 1 inch up sides of prepared pan.
8
Prick bottom of crust in several places with fork.
9
Bake 10 min.
10
Mix sweetened condensed milk and eggs until blended; pour into crust.
11
Top with remaining ingredients.
12
Bake 20 min.
13
or until center is almost set.
14
Remove from oven; cool completely.
15
Use foil handles to remove dessert from pan before cutting into bars.

767

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened, 6 Tbsp. butter, softened, 1/2 cup sugar, 1 tsp. vanilla, and more.

Yes, Fruit and Nut Festive Bars falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Fruit and Nut Festive Bars

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