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Mango Bars with Raspberry Swirl

Mango Bars with Raspberry Swirl

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Indulge in the tropical delight of Mango Bars with Raspberry Swirl, a refreshing dessert that combines the sweet richness of mango curd with the tart vibrancy of raspberry jam. Nestled on a buttery shortbread crust, these bars are not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to make, making them perfect for any gathering or simply as a satisfying treat at home. Their balanced flavors and elegant presentation are sure to impress family and friends alike. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, these fruity dessert bars will become a go-to recipe for warm weather celebrations.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1¾ cups all-purpose flour (210 grams)
  • 7 tablespoons powdered sugar (56 grams)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 10 tablespoons butter (cold, cut into pieces; 140 grams)
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 2 teaspoons heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2½ teaspoons unflavored vegan gelatin powder (7 grams)
  • ¼ cup cold water
  • 12 tablespoons butter (softened)
  • 1½ cups granulated sugar
  • 10 egg yolks
  • 1 cup mango puree (store bought or homemade)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • ½ cup raspberry jam

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. For the crust, mix flour, powdered sugar, and salt in a bowl. Add cold butter and combine until crumbly. Stir in egg yolk, cream, and vanilla until just mixed. Press into the prepared pan and bake for 20 minutes until golden.
  3. For the mango curd, dissolve vegan gelatin in cold water. Beat softened butter and sugar until fluffy; add egg yolks gradually. Mix in mango puree, salt, lemon juice, and dissolved gelatin.
  4. Pour mango curd over baked crust; dollop raspberry jam on top and swirl gently. Bake for an additional 15–20 minutes until set.
  5. Let cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.
  • Author: Diary
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Tropical

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 square (45g)
  • Calories: 160
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg