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Mango Bars with Raspberry Swirl

Delicious bars featuring a tropical mango curd swirled with tangy raspberry jam, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 7 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 10 tablespoons butter, cold, cut into pieces Use cold for better texture.
  • 1 yolk egg yolk
  • 2 teaspoons heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the mango curd
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin powder
  • 1/4 cup cold water For blooming the gelatin.
  • 12 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 10 yolks egg yolks
  • 1 cup mango puree Use ripe mangoes for best flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup raspberry jam

Method
 

Prepare the Crust
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x9 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a food processor, pulse together the flour, powdered sugar, and salt.
  3. Add the chilled butter and process until the mixture resembles fine sand.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk, heavy cream, and vanilla extract.
  5. Pour this mixture into the food processor and pulse until crumbly.
  6. Press the dough into the prepared pan and prick with a fork. Freeze for 20-30 minutes.
  7. Cover with foil, add pie weights, and bake for 15 minutes. Remove the foil and weights and bake an additional 20 minutes until golden. Let it cool completely.
Make the Mango Curd
  1. Bloom the gelatin in the cold water.
  2. Set a double boiler to simmer. In a heatproof bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy.
  3. Add the egg yolks, mango puree, salt, and lemon juice to the bowl, stirring continuously for 15-25 minutes until thickened.
  4. Microwave the bloomed gelatin until syrupy and blend it into the curd. Strain the curd to remove lumps.
  5. Spread the mango curd over the cooled crust and drop spoonfuls of warm raspberry jam on top. Swirl gently with a knife.
  6. Refrigerate for 4-6 hours to set.
Serve and Store
  1. Once firm, lift the bars from the pan and slice them into elegant bars.
  2. Serve chilled, optionally dusted with powdered sugar. Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to five days.

Notes

Ensure butter is chilled for a tender texture. Adjust lemon juice in the curd for preference. Variations include coconut or different berry jams.