Festive Gumdrop Delight Bars
These Festive Gumdrop Delight Bars are a vibrant addition to your holiday festivities, bursting with color and flavor from tender gumdrops and crunchy pecans. Perfect for cookie exchanges or a sweet treat for holiday gatherings, these bars are easy to prepare and will quickly become a favorite. With a delightful combination of spices, these chewy, nutty bars are not only visually appealing but are sure to bring back fond memories of childhood holiday celebrations. Serve them alongside a steaming cup of cocoa for a cozy experience.
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Servings
150
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Eggs
4 (lightly beaten)
Cold water
1 tablespoon (none)
Brown sugar
2 cups (packed)
Salt
1/4 teaspoon (none)
Cinnamon
1 teaspoon (ground)
Chopped pecans
1/2 cup (chopped)
Gumdrops (omit black gumdrops)
1 cup (cut into small pieces)
Flour
2 cups (sifted, divided)
Powdered sugar
for dusting (none)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a 9 x 13 inch baking pan with oiled wax paper, allowing some overhang for easy removal later.
2
In a large mixing bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Gradually add the cold water and continue to beat until well combined.
3
Add the brown sugar, salt, and cinnamon to the egg mixture, mixing until thoroughly blended.
4
In a separate bowl, dredge the chopped pecans and gumdrops with 1 tablespoon of flour to prevent them from sinking to the bottom during baking.
5
In another bowl, sift together the remaining flour and any other dry ingredients. Fold this mixture into the egg and sugar mixture gently until just combined.
6
Carefully fold in the dredged nuts and gumdrops, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
7
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8
Once baked, remove from the oven and let cool slightly in the pan before lifting out using the overhanging wax paper. Remove the wax paper and let cool completely on a wire rack.
9
When cool, cut into 24 bars and dust generously with powdered sugar for a festive finishing touch.
Nutrition Information
5.6g
Fat
23.8g
Carbs
2g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Festive Gumdrop Delight Bars?
Festive Gumdrop Delight Bars are vibrant, chewy, and nutty dessert bars featuring colorful gumdrops and crunchy pecans, perfect for holiday gatherings.
What oven temperature is required for this recipe?
The oven should be preheated to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
What size baking pan should I use?
A 9 x 13 inch baking pan is the recommended size for these bars.
How should I prepare the baking pan?
Line the pan with oiled wax paper, ensuring there is some overhang to make removing the bars easier later.
How many eggs are needed for the batter?
This recipe requires 4 eggs, which should be lightly beaten.
Is there a trick to prevent gumdrops from sinking to the bottom?
Yes, dredge the chopped pecans and gumdrops with 1 tablespoon of flour before adding them to the batter to prevent sinking.
Should I use all colors of gumdrops?
The recipe suggests omitting black gumdrops to maintain the best festive flavor profile.
How much brown sugar is used in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of packed brown sugar.
What type of nuts are used in Festive Gumdrop Delight Bars?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of chopped pecans.
How long do these bars need to bake?
Bake the bars for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
How many bars does this recipe yield?
Once cooled, the recipe should be cut into 24 individual bars.
What spices are included in the recipe?
The recipe includes 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon and 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
How do I finish the bars after they have cooled?
Dust the bars generously with powdered sugar for a festive finishing touch.
What is the calorie count per bar?
Each bar contains approximately 150 calories.
How much fat is in one serving?
There are 5.6 grams of fat in each bar.
What is the carbohydrate content per bar?
Each bar contains approximately 23.8 grams of carbohydrates.
How much protein is in each Festive Gumdrop Delight Bar?
Each bar provides about 2 grams of protein.
Do I need to use cold or warm water?
The recipe specifies 1 tablespoon of cold water.
How much flour is needed in total?
A total of 2 cups of sifted flour is used, divided between dredging and the main batter.
What is the best way to cool the bars?
Let them cool slightly in the pan, then lift them out using the wax paper and finish cooling on a wire rack.
Are these bars suitable for a cookie exchange?
Yes, they are described as perfect for cookie exchanges and holiday festivities.
How should the gumdrops be prepared?
The gumdrops should be cut into small pieces before being added to the mix.
What should the consistency of the egg mixture be?
The eggs should be lightly beaten and then mixed with water, sugar, and spices until thoroughly blended.
How do I ensure the flour is incorporated correctly?
Sift the flour and gently fold it into the egg and sugar mixture until just combined.
Can I serve these bars with anything specific?
They are excellent when served alongside a steaming cup of cocoa.
What kind of sugar is used for the dusting?
Powdered sugar is used for dusting the bars after they have cooled.
How do I remove the bars from the pan easily?
By using the overhanging oiled wax paper to lift the entire block of bars out once they have partially cooled.
What makes these bars festive?
The vibrant colors of the gumdrops combined with traditional holiday flavors like cinnamon and pecans make them festive.
Is this a difficult recipe to make?
No, these bars are described as easy to prepare and great for bringing back holiday memories.
How do I distribute the nuts and gumdrops evenly?
Carefully fold the dredged nuts and gumdrops into the batter to ensure they are evenly distributed before baking.