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Plum Bars

Sweet and Tart Plum Bars That Will Brighten Your Day

Delightful Plum Bars that combine sweet and tart flavors, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 32 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 17 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free flour blend
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar or coconut sugar
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter or coconut oil for vegan option
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder ensure gluten-free
  • 1/4 tsp Salt essential for best flavor
For the Filling
  • 4 cups Plums diced, frozen works too if thawed
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar adjust to taste
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice optional, but recommended
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free flour

Equipment

  • 9x9 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • pastry cutter

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare the crust by combining flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Cut in the butter until crumbly, then press into a greased baking pan.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix diced plums with sugar, flour, and lemon juice until well-coated.
  3. Spread the plum filling evenly over the crust.
  4. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 32 minutes or until golden brown.
  5. Allow to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Make sure to let the bars cool completely to prevent crumbling. Use seasonal fruits for variations.

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