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Festive Christmas Fruitcake Bars

Chewy Festive Christmas Fruitcake Bars for Holiday Cheer

Enjoy delightful chewy textures and fruity flavors with these Festive Christmas Fruitcake Bars, perfect for any holiday gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Butter or coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar or coconut sugar for lower-glycemic
  • 3 Eggs ensure fully incorporated
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
For the Fruity Mix
  • 1 cup Mixed Peel or chopped dried fruits like raisins, cranberries, and apricots
  • 1 cup Candied Red and Green Glace Cherries or similar chopped dried fruits
  • 1 cup Chopped Candied Pineapple optional
  • 1 cup Chopped Dates

Equipment

  • 9x13 baking pan
  • electric mixer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and prepare a 9x13 baking pan by greasing it.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and light brown sugar until fluffy.
  3. Add the first egg, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix thoroughly until combined.
  4. Incorporate the remaining eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour until fully incorporated and smooth.
  6. Fold in the mixed peel, candied cherries, pineapple, and dates.
  7. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  8. Bake for 40-45 minutes until lightly golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Allow to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For even better results, ensure butter is at room temperature and chop all dried fruits to a similar size.

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