Description

Looking for a snack that is both delicious and easy to make? These dried fruit bars mix sweet prunes, apricots, and raisins with crunchy pecans for a treat you can enjoy anytime. They come together quickly with simple ingredients and bake up soft and chewy. Perfect for a quick energy boost or to pack in your lunch

Ingredients

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1 1/2 cups flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
Pinch of salt
1 cup chopped pecans
3/4 cup chopped prunes
3/4 cup chopped dried apricots
1/2 cup dark raisins
1/2 cup margarine
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg
1/2 cup corn syrup

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Instructions

Mix the flour, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
Put all the chopped dried fruits in another bowl.
Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of the flour mixture over the fruit and toss to coat.
Beat the margarine, brown sugar, and egg with an electric mixer for about 2 minutes until creamy.
Add the corn syrup and mix well.
Stir in the rest of the dry ingredients, then fold in the fruit and pecans.
Pour the batter into a lightly greased 13″ x 9″ pan.
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for ± 30 minutes, or until golden.

Notes

Created, Adapted, prepared, tried, and tested by Esme from SA Tasty Recipes, Saffas Daily Recipes, and EsmeSalon Homemade Recipes

Source: Volume 2: Recipes and Reminiscences of Old-time Ucluelet, BC, Canada Cookbook. A fundraiser for Sea View Senior’s Housing Society.