What kind of fruit is best in fruitcake

Candied cherries, candied peel, pineapple, and dried dates work well because they stay chewy and bright in each bite.

What fruits are best for fruit bars

Cherries, pineapple, dates, raisins, and cranberries mix nicely and hold their shape through baking.

What kind of alcohol is in fruit cake

Traditional fruitcakes often use rum or brandy, but these Fruitcake Bars do not use alcohol.

What are the ingredients in whole fruit fruit bars

Whole fruit bars usually use dried fruit, nuts, sweetener, and a binder like honey or nut butter.

Fruitcake Bars Magic Holiday Treat | Easy Christmas Recipe

Name: Fruitcake Bars
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup mixed candied fruit peel; 1 cup candied cherries; 1/2 cup chopped candied pineapple; 3/4 cup unsalted butter softened; 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour; 1 3/4 cups light brown sugar; 1 tablespoon vanilla extract; 1 pinch salt; 1/2 cup chopped dried dates; 3 large eggs room temperature

Description

Chewy Fruitcake Bars packed with mixed candied fruit, cherries, pineapple, and dates in a rich brown sugar base. A simple Christmas dessert that slices beautifully for gifting and parties.

Ingredients

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1 cup mixed candied fruit peel

1 cup candied cherries

1/2 cup chopped candied pineapple

3/4 cup unsalted butter softened

1 1/2 cups all purpose flour

1 3/4 cups light brown sugar

1 tablespoon vanilla extract

1 pinch salt

1/2 cup chopped dried dates

3 large eggs room temperature

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 325°F 160°C and lightly grease a 9×13 inch pan.

2. Cream the softened butter and brown sugar in a large bowl until fluffy.

3. Add one egg vanilla and salt then mix well.

4. Add remaining eggs one at a time mixing thoroughly after each.

5. Gradually incorporate flour into the mixture until smooth and lump free.

6. Fold in candied fruit cherries pineapple and dates gently to evenly distribute.

7. Spread batter evenly in the prepared pan bake for 40 to 45 minutes until the top is lightly golden and the batter is set then cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Butter can be substituted with coconut oil or plant based butter.

Brown sugar may be replaced with coconut sugar or a stevia erythritol blend adjusting for sweetness.

Replace candied fruits with chopped dried fruits like raisins cranberries or apricots for lower sugar content and a similar texture.

Chop dried fruit to the same size as candied fruit for even distribution.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Christmas Dessert Recipes
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 130
Fat: 8
Carbohydrates: 17
Protein: 1