Best Jewels And Stars Bars Recipes

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JEWEL NUT BARS



Jewel Nut Bars image

These colorful bars, with the eye-catching appeal of candied cherries and the crunchy goodness of mixed nuts, are certain to become a holiday favorite year after year. I get lots of compliments on the rich, chewy crust and the combination of sweet and salty flavors.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2/3 cup packed brown sugar, divided
3/4 cup cold butter, cubed
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups mixed nuts
1-1/2 cups green and red candied cherries, halved
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, mix flour and 1/3 cup brown sugar; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press into a lightly greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake 15 minutes. , In a large bowl, whisk together egg and salt; stir in remaining brown sugar. Stir in nuts, cherries and chocolate chips. Spoon evenly over crust., Bake until topping is set, 20-25 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts :

JEWEL NUT BARS



Jewel Nut Bars image

These tasty bars are a delight to serve. The combination of sweet and salty is a delight, and the combination of colored candied cherries, gives it the Christmas appeal. A great addition to your holiday tray, and different.Very fast and easy to bake.

Provided by Baby Chevelle

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 40m

Yield 3 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2/3 cup packed brown sugar, divided
3/4 cup cold butter
1 egg
1 1/2 cups salted mixed nuts
1 1/2 cups candied cherries, green and red
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine flour and 1/3 cup brown sugar;cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Press into a lightly greased 13x9x2-inch baking pan.
  • Bake at 350 for 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a mixing bowl, beat egg. Add salt and remaining brown sugar.
  • Stir in nuts, cherries and chocolate chips.
  • Spoon evenly over crust.
  • Bake at 350 for 20 minutes. Cool on wire rack.
  • Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1480.5, Fat 100.2, SaturatedFat 44.4, Cholesterol 192.5, Sodium 834.8, Carbohydrate 140.2, Fiber 10.9, Sugar 81.1, Protein 22.2

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