Candied Fruit Shortbread or Tutti Frutti Bars
Calories: 9
Adjust Servings Here: 16 Squares
Description
These candied fruit shortbread, also called tutti frutti shortbread, are an absolute treat to bake and eat. It takes 5 minutes to mix and 20 minutes to bake
Ingredients
- 14 oz (396 g) Condensed Milk (1 can)
- 1¼ cup (150 g) All-purpose flour
- 1 cup (200 g) Candied fruit chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F / 175°C/ Gas Mark 4. Grease and line an 8x8 inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal later.
- Prepare the candied fruits: Finely chop the candied fruits of your choice. You can use a knife or kitchen scissors for this task. Once chopped, set them aside.Pro tip - Alternatively, you can purchase precut candied fruits as well.
- Combine the condensed milk and flour: In a mixing bowl, pour the entire can of sweetened condensed milk. Gradually add the all-purpose flour and stir well until you have a smooth dough.
- Incorporate the candied fruits: Gently fold the finely chopped candied fruits into the dough. Make sure they are evenly distributed throughout the dough. This will add a delightful burst of flavor and color to your shortbread bars.
- Press the dough into the baking pan: Transfer the dough to the prepared 8x8 inch baking pan. Use your hands or a spatula to evenly press the dough into the pan, making sure it reaches the edges and is as smooth as possible.
- Bake the shortbread bars: Place the baking pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 20-25 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The exact baking time may vary, so keep an eye on them to prevent overbaking.
- Cool and cut into squares: Once the shortbread bars are done baking, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes. Then, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional dusting with powdered sugar: If desired, you can dust the cooled shortbread bars with powdered sugar for a decorative touch. Simply sift a thin layer of powdered sugar over the top of the bars.
- Slice into squares: Once the bars have cooled and any powdered sugar has been added, use a sharp knife to cut them into squares. You can make them as small or as large as you prefer.
- Serve and enjoy: Your Candied Fruit Shortbread Bars are now ready to be enjoyed! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for several days.
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