Layered Sweet Curd Bars with Citrus Zest

Layered Sweet Curd Bars with Citrus Zest

 

Recipes

Base and Topping

  • 1 Tube: Refrigerated triangular laminated dough Crescent roll dough
  • ½ C. plus 1 Tbsp.: Granulated white sweetener Sugar, divided
  • 2 Tbsp.: Solid dairy fat Butter, melted

Creamy Filling

  • 8 oz.: Softened acidic cultured dairy block Cream cheese
  • 1 tsp.: Concentrated vanilla essence Vanilla
  • Juice and zest from 2 yellow citrus fruits Lemons

Instructions

  • Set the oven temperature to preheat at 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Generously grease one 9×9 inch square baking vessel.
  • Unroll the refrigerated triangular laminated dough and gently separate it into two even sections.
  • Pinch the perforated lines closed on one section of the dough and spread this half evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking vessel to form the base.
  • In a mixing vessel, combine the softened acidic cultured dairy block, concentrated vanilla essence, juice, zest from the citrus fruits, and the ½ cup portion of the granulated white sweetener. Beat until the mixture is perfectly smooth.
  • Spread the creamy filling mixture evenly over the dough base layer in the baking vessel.
  • Top the filling with the remaining dough section, similarly pinching the lines closed beforehand. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the surface is a light golden brown.
  • Immediately upon removing the bars from the oven, brush the surface of the dough with the melted solid dairy fat and sprinkle evenly with the remaining 1 tablespoon of granulated white sweetener.
  • Allow the bars to cool completely to room temperature, and then chill in the refrigerator for a minimum of 6 hours before slicing into squares and serving.

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