Best 4 Candy Cane Shortbread Bars Recipes
Searching for an irresistible holiday treat that will leave your taste buds dancing with delight? Look no further than our carefully curated collection of candy cane shortbread bar recipes! These delectable delights combine the classic flavor of melt-in-your-mouth shortbread with the festive minty charm of candy canes, creating a symphony of flavors that will transport you to a winter wonderland. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our diverse selection of recipes caters to all skill levels, ensuring that everyone can whip up this holiday sensation. So, preheat your oven, gather your ingredients, and embark on a culinary journey that will turn your kitchen into a festive haven filled with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked candy cane shortbread bars.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CANDY CANE SHORTBREAD BARS
I created these bars for my daughter, who loves peppermint. The buttery shortbread texture just melts in your mouth. It's a hit wherever I take it. -Susan Ciuffreda, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 50m
Yield 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Line a 13x9-in. baking pan with parchment, letting ends extend up sides., In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolk and extract. Gradually beat in flour. Press evenly into prepared pan., Bake 16-19 minutes or until edges are brown. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack., In a bowl, combine buttercream ingredients; beat until smooth. Spread over shortbread. Carefully spread white chocolate over top. Sprinkle with candy canes; let stand until set., Lifting with parchment, remove shortbread from pan. Cut into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 97mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
SHORTBREAD CANDY BARS
Looking for a clever way to make use of leftover Halloween candy? Make these buttery bars that are scattered with chocolate chips, chopped peanut butter cups, toffee pieces, and whatever else your sweet tooth desires.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cookie Recipes
Yield Makes 16 bars
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat butter, brown sugar, and salt on medium-high until light and fluffy, 3 minutes. With mixer on low, add flour in three additions and beat until combined (dough will be crumbly). Press dough evenly into an 8-inch square baking dish. Bake until golden brown and firm, 30 to 35 minutes.
- Scatter chocolate chips on top of shortbread. Bake until soft, 1 minute. With the back of a spoon, spread chocolate evenly over shortbread. Scatter candies over top. Let cool on a wire rack 30 minutes. Refrigerate briefly to set chocolate, then cut into 16 bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 352 g, Fat 20 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g
CANDY CANE SHORTBREAD
If you love shortbread cookies, you will love this peppermint variation. Crushed candy canes are spread on top of the uncooked dough. This recipe comes from Food Network's Robert Irvine's new cookbook. I have not yet made this recipe but plan to at Christmastime; so I am posting it here so I will be sure to find it! Preparation time is an estimate.
Provided by Lorraine of AZ
Categories Dessert
Time 55m
Yield 6 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Butter a 7x11-inch glass baking dish.
- Sift flour and cornstarch together in a bowl.
- Place butter in mixing bowl. Add the salt and mix well. Then add granulated sugar to butter and mix to just combine. Add flour mixture and mix just till a smooth dough forms. This may be done with a mixer or in the food processor.
- Pat dough evenly into prepared baking dish. Dough should be no more than 2/3-inch deep. Bake until the top and bottom are lightly browned, about 30 minutes. The middle should remain light.
- Meanwhile, combine the powdered sugar and crushed candy canes.
- Remove the baked dough from the oven and place on a rack. Sprinkle the shortbread with the candy cane mixture. When the baked dough has cooled a bit but is still warm to the touch, use a long knife to cut into 1-inch squares; 7 cuts lengthwise and 11 across. Cool thoroughly before removing from dish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 553.8, Fat 34.9, SaturatedFat 21.9, Cholesterol 91.5, Sodium 200.2, Carbohydrate 57, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 19.5, Protein 4.2
CANDY BAR SHORTBREAD
From the sales literature for the cookbook called "A Passion For Baking" by Marcy Goldman. I like that these have no cornstarch in them like some other recipes. These sound delicious and I am sure you could use your favorite chocolate bar. I am stashing this on Zaar to try with Reeses Cups. It is making me hungry just thinking about them! Just might have to break down and buy this cookbook.
Provided by Kats Mom
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 1h
Yield 2-3 dozen, 24-36 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
- Stack 2 baking sheets together and line top sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixer bowl, cream butter and sugar until blended.
- Add flour and salt and mix to make a stiff dough that does not quite hold together.
- Pat dough into a 13"x9" pan that is lined with parchment and set pan on prepared baking sheet OR pat dough in a rectangle (about 14" by 10").
- Bake until lightly golden, 25 to 40 minutes.
- Sprinkle chocolate on hot, uncut shortbread.
- Let set about 5 minutes and smear chocolate around.
- Cut into 2-inch squres and remove cookies to the fridge or freezer to set up.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 132, Fat 7.8, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 20.3, Sodium 7.7, Carbohydrate 14.5, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 5.6, Protein 1.3
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your shortbread bars.
- Make sure your butter and cream cheese are cold before you start. This will help the dough come together more easily.
- Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the dough tough.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the dough set and prevent it from spreading too much in the oven.
- Bake the shortbread bars until they are just set. Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.
- Let the shortbread bars cool completely before cutting them. This will help prevent them from crumbling.
- Store the shortbread bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Candy cane shortbread bars are a delicious and festive holiday treat. They are easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With their buttery shortbread crust, creamy filling, and festive candy cane flavor, these bars are sure to be a hit at your next holiday party.
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