Fruit Cocktail Bars
Sweet, moist, and bursting with tropical flavors, these Fruit Cocktail Bars are a delightful combination of simplicity and decadence. Thanks to a can of juicy fruit cocktail, these bars are perfectly soft and infused with natural sweetness in every bite. Topped with a buttery brown sugar crumble and optional crunchy pecans or walnuts, they strike the perfect balance between chewy and crunchy textures. With just 15 minutes of prep time and one bowl for easy cleanup, this recipe is an ideal option for casual baking or last-minute desserts. Serve them as a quick treat, or elevate them with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an irresistible finish. Perfect for potlucks, brunches, or everyday snacking, these easy fruit cocktail dessert bars will become a new family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 15 ounces canned fruit cocktail (in juice, not syrup)
- 2 unit large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 0.75 cup light brown sugar
- 0.5 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, and salt.
Add the entire can of fruit cocktail (including the juice), eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, light brown sugar, and chopped pecans or walnuts (if using). Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the batter.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before slicing into 12 bars.
Serve as they are, or top with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for added indulgence.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3895 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 149.9 g | 192% | |
| Saturated Fat | 69.1 g | 345% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 633 mg | 211% | |
| Sodium | 2446 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 602.9 g | 219% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.3 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 400.4 g | ||
| Protein | 46.4 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.5 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 256 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 13.9 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 1189 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
