How to Make Mango Squares - A Step-by-Step Guide

Mango squares are a delicious and refreshing dessert that captures the sweet and tangy flavor of fresh mangoes. This easy-to-make dessert is perfect for hot summer days or as a sweet treat after a meal. The combination of buttery crust and creamy mango filling creates a delightful contrast of textures, making it a hit with both kids and adults.

Whether you have an abundance of ripe mangoes or simply want to indulge in a tropical dessert, mango squares are the perfect choice. The simpl...

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Ingredients

  • ¾ cup chopped dried mango
  • 1 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour, divided
  • ¼ cup confectioners' sugar, plus more for dusting
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • ½ cup chopped mixed nuts
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon lemon extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 bars

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
  • Place mango into a small saucepan and cover with water; cook over low heat until soft, about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat, drain, and set aside.
  • Mix 1 cup flour and 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar together in a large bowl. Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press into the prepared baking pan to make a crust.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
  • Mix drained mango, brown sugar, nuts, remaining 1/3 cup flour, eggs, baking powder, lemon extract, and salt together in a medium bowl until well combined. Pour over baked crust and cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake until set, about 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool slightly, then dust with confectioners' sugar. Cool completely before cutting into 12 bars.
  • Nutrition

    277 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 51mg
    • Sodium: 141mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 40g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 28g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Calcium: 40mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 87mg