Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 large ripe mango, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
25-30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch square baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together sugar, flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in mango.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in nuts.
- Press the mixture into the prepared pan.
- In a small saucepan, combine cornstarch, lemon juice, and mint. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat and simmer for 1 minute, or until thickened.
- Pour the mango filling over the crust.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set.
- Let cool completely before cutting into bars.
Nutritional Information:
(Per bar)
* Calories: 250
* Fat: 13g
* Saturated Fat: 6g
* Carbohydrates: 36g
* Protein: 3g
* Fiber: 2g
* Sugar: 20g
Dish Characteristics:
- Sweet and tangy
- Fruity and nutty
- Moist and crumbly
- Perfect for dessert or a snack
User Comments:
- "These mango bars are the perfect combination of sweet and tangy. The mango filling is delicious and the crust is buttery and flaky." - Sarah
- "I love the addition of pecans to these bars. They add a nice crunchy texture and flavor." - John
- "These bars are so easy to make and they always turn out great. They are a favorite of my family and friends." - Mary
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use ripe mangoes for the best flavor.
- If you don't have pecans or walnuts, you can substitute another type of nut.
- If the mango filling is too thin, cook it for a few minutes longer.
- Let the bars cool completely before cutting them, otherwise they will fall apart.
