Best 3 Fruitcake Squares Recipes

Fruitcake squares are a delectable treat featuring a moist and dense cake studded with an assortment of dried fruits, nuts, and candied citrus peels. Often associated with the holiday season, these squares offer an irresistible fusion of sweet and tangy flavors. Whether you're a novice baker or an experienced home cook, creating delightful fruitcake squares at home is certainly achievable. Let's embark on a culinary journey, exploring the key ingredients, preparation steps, and divine variations that will lead you to mastery in crafting this classic confection.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CANDIED FRUITCAKE SQUARES

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I'm not big on citrussy fruitcake, so when I found this version decades ago, I knew I'd found "my" recipe. We're all nutty for it. -Nancy Johnson, Laverne, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield about 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/4 cups chopped dates
3/4 cup chopped candied pineapple
3/4 cup chopped red candied cherries
1 large egg
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups pecan halves

Steps:

Line an 8-in. square baking dish with parchment, letting ends extend up sides of pan; grease and set aside., In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking powder and salt. Add the dates, pineapple and cherries; toss to coat. In a small bowl, whisk the egg, brown sugar and vanilla until blended; stir into fruit mixture. Stir in pecans. Press firmly into prepared baking dish., Bake at 325° for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean and top is golden. Cool in pan for 10 minutes. Using parchment, transfer to a wire rack. Remove paper; cool fruitcake completely. , Using a serrated knife, cut into 1-in. squares. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 44 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 16mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CHRISTMAS BOURBON FRUITCAKE SQUARES

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A wonderful and colourful festive dessert for the holiday cookie platter that only gets better over time, so you may make well in advance --- these are very good!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories Bar Cookie

Time 40m

Yield 50 bars (approx)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

6 tablespoons butter
4 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
3/4 cup green glazed cherries, halved
3/4 cup candied red cherries, halved
1/2 cup candied pineapple, chopped
3/4 cup dates, chopped
1 1/2 cups chopped nuts (any kind you desire)
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1/4 cup Bourbon

Steps:

Set oven to 350 degrees.
In a saucepan or microwave, melt butter, pour into a 15" x 10" baking pan.
Sprinkle with Vanilla wafer crumbs evenly on top.
Arrange fruits and nuts evenly on top of the crumb mixture; press down gently.
Combine the sweetened condensed milk with the Bourbon; pour evenly over top of fruit/nut mixture.
Bake for 20-25 minutes.
Remove from oven; cool completely.
Cut in squares.

FRUITCAKE SQUARES

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These great cookies will be the favorite of the holiday season. Family and guests will be requesting the recipe.-Lana Rulevish, Ashley, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 35m

Yield about 6 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

6 tablespoons butter, melted
4 cups crushed vanilla wafers (about 120 wafers)
3/4 cup halved green candied cherries
3/4 cup halved red candied cherries
1/2 cup chopped candied pineapple
3/4 cup chopped dates
1 cup pecan halves
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

Pour melted butter in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Sprinkle evenly with wafer crumbs. Arrange cherries, pineapple, dates and pecans evenly over the crumbs; press down gently. Combine milk and vanilla; pour over fruit. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 80mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

Use high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the taste of your fruitcake squares. Look for fresh, ripe fruit, and use real butter and sugar.
Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the fruitcake squares tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
Bake the fruitcake squares at a low temperature. This will help to prevent them from drying out.
Let the fruitcake squares cool completely before frosting them. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
Store the fruitcake squares in an airtight container at room temperature. They will keep for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Fruitcake squares are a delicious and festive holiday treat. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a little planning, you can make fruitcake squares that are sure to impress your friends and family.

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