Candied Fruitcake Squares |
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 35 Minutes |
Ready In: 65 Minutes Servings: 64 |
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Even people who don't like traditional fruitcake ask for this recipe. Ingredients:
1/2 cup king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
1/2 teaspoon baking powder |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1-1/4 cups chopped dates |
3/4 cup chopped candied pineapple |
3/4 cup chopped red candied cherries |
1 egg |
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar |
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract |
2 cups pecan halves |
Directions:
1. Line an 8-in. square baking dish with parchment paper, letting ends extend up sides of pan; grease and set aside.
2. In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking powder and salt. Add the dates, pineapple and cherries; toss to coat. In a small bowl, whisk the egg, brown sugar and vanilla until blended; stir into fruit mixture. Stir in pecans. Press firmly into prepared baking dish.
3. Bake at 325° for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean and top is golden. Cool in pan for 10 minutes. Using parchment paper, transfer to a wire rack. Remove paper; cool fruitcake completely.
4. Using a serrated knife, cut into 1-in. squares. Store in an airtight container. Yield: about 5 dozen.
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