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Passion Fruit Bars Recipe

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  • Author: Aiden
  • Total Time: 6 hours 60 minutes (including chilling)
  • Yield: 16 bars 1x

Description

Delight in these luscious Passion Fruit Bars that feature a buttery graham cracker crust, a tangy and smooth passion fruit curd filling, and a silky passion fruit cream topping. Perfectly balanced with tropical flavors and a creamy finish, these bars are a refreshing dessert ideal for warm days or special occasions.

Ingredients

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For the Crust

  • 1 1/2 cups (150g) graham cracker crumbs, from about 10 whole graham crackers
  • 1/4 cup (28g) confectioners’ sugar, sifted
  • 1/8 teaspoon table salt
  • 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, melted

For the Curd Filling

  • 3/4 cup (149g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup (30g) King Arthur Unbleached All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/8 teaspoon table salt
  • 1 1/2 cups (270g) passion fruit purée
  • 2 tablespoons (28g) lemon juice
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 2 tablespoons (28g) unsalted butter

For the Cream Topping

  • 1 cup (227g) heavy cream
  • 1/3 cup (66g) granulated sugar
  • 1/8 teaspoon table salt
  • 1/4 cup (45g) passion fruit purée
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and place a rack in the center. Line an 8-inch square pan with a parchment sling and lightly grease the parchment for easy removal of the bars.
  2. Make the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, confectioners’ sugar, and salt. Stir in melted butter until mixture is evenly combined and moistened.
  3. Press the Crust: Transfer the crust mixture to the prepared pan. Use the bottom of a measuring cup or your fingers to press the crust firmly and evenly into the bottom of the pan.
  4. Bake the Crust: Bake for 10 to 15 minutes until fragrant and slightly darker. Remove from the oven and set aside while preparing the curd filling.
  5. Prepare the Curd Filling: In a large saucepan over medium heat, whisk together sugar, flour, and salt. Add passion fruit purée, lemon juice, eggs, and egg yolks, whisking to combine thoroughly.
  6. Cook the Curd: Cook the mixture over medium heat, whisking constantly and reaching into corners to prevent sticking, until it begins to steam and just starts to thicken, about 5 to 8 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in butter until smooth and shiny.
  7. Reduce Oven Temperature: Reduce oven temperature to 325°F (163°C) and place the baked crust on a rack.
  8. Strain and Pour Curd: Strain the hot curd mixture through a fine-mesh strainer onto the crust, ensuring all smooth curd is collected, then spread evenly.
  9. Bake the Curd Layer: Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until the curd is fully set but not browned. Remove from oven and cool slightly.
  10. Make the Cream Topping: In a small saucepan, combine heavy cream, sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring occasionally until sugar dissolves. Reduce heat to maintain gentle boil and cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent scorching. The mixture will thicken slightly.
  11. Add Passion Fruit and Lemon: Remove the cream mixture from heat and stir in passion fruit purée and lemon juice until fully incorporated.
  12. Top the Bars: Pour the passion fruit cream evenly over the baked curd layer.
  13. Chill the Bars: Refrigerate the uncovered pan for at least 6 hours or overnight until the cream topping is set and bars are thoroughly chilled.
  14. Cut and Serve: Use the parchment sling to lift bars from pan. For clean slices, dip a sharp chef’s knife in hot water, dry it, and slice bars. Serve chilled for best flavor and texture.
  15. Store Leftovers: Keep any leftover bars covered in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

  • Use fresh or store-bought passion fruit purée; ensure it is smooth for best texture.
  • Dipping the knife in hot water between cuts prevents sticking and ensures clean slices.
  • These bars are best served chilled to enjoy the refreshing tropical flavors and creamy texture.
  • For longer storage, wrap individual bars tightly in plastic wrap and freeze.
  • Adjust sugar levels slightly if your passion fruit purée is very sweet or tart.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: passion fruit bars, passion fruit dessert, tropical dessert, graham cracker crust, passion fruit curd, creamy passion fruit topping

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