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Delicious Christmas Fruitcake Bars Recipe for Festive Treats

Delicious Christmas Fruitcake Bars Recipe for Festive Treats

This Delicious Christmas Fruitcake Bars Recipe for Festive Treats combines rich flavors and textures for a perfect holiday dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 24 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 212
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ¾ cup butter
  • 1 ¾ cups light brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup mixed peel
  • 1 cup candied cherries
  • ½ cup candied pineapple
  • ½ cup dried dates

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking pan
  • mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a baking pan.
  3. In a bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until smooth.
  4. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla and salt.
  5. Gradually mix in the flour until just combined.
  6. Fold in the mixed peel, candied cherries, candied pineapple, and dried dates.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 45 minutes or until golden brown.
  9. Allow to cool before cutting into bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 212kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2g

Notes

Feel free to customize the ingredients as desired, swapping fruits or sweeteners for a personal touch.

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