Butter Tart Shortbread Bars

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Butter: 1 cup (2 sticks)
2. Sugar: 1/2 cup
3. Brown sugar: 1/2 cup
4. Large eggs: 2
5. Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
6. All-purpose flour: 2 cups
7. Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
8. Cream tart filling (canned or homemade): 1 jar or 1 recipe
9. Shortbread cookies or crackers: for base

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 30 minutes (plus baking time)
• Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and both sugars until smooth.
3. Add the eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition. Add the vanilla extract and mix.
4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour and salt. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing well.
5. Spread the shortbread cookies or crackers on the bottom of a baking dish to form the base.
6. Spread the cream tart filling evenly over the shortbread base.
7. Top with the prepared butter mixture, spreading it evenly over the tart filling.
8. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
9. Allow to cool before cutting into bars.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 total servings)

• Calories: 400-500 (depending on the ingredients used)
• Fat: 25-30g
• Carbohydrates: 45-55g
• Protein: 5-7g

Dish Characteristics:

• A classic American dessert, rich in flavor and texture, with a shortbread base and a creamy tart filling.
• The dish combines the flavors of butter, sugar, and vanilla with the rich cream tart filling, creating a sweet and savory experience.
• The dish is easy to customize with different types of cookies or crackers for the base and various types of cream tart filling.

User Comments:

1. "These bars are amazing! The combination of flavors is perfect."
2. "I love the shortbread base, it gives the bars a unique texture."
3. "The cream tart filling is so creamy and delicious."
4. "This is a great dish to make for a family gathering or friends."
5. "The bars are easy to make and are always a hit at parties."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use good quality ingredients for best results.
• Use room temperature butter for easier mixing.
• Do not overbake, as the bars will continue to cook after removing from the oven.
• Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into squares or bars. This will ensure they hold their shape better.