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Fruitcake Bars

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Fruitcake Bars ~ These dairy-free cookie bars are easy to make, lighter than a traditional fruitcake, and filled with holiday flavor!  via @thiswifecooks

Fruitcake Bars ~

These dairy-free cookie bars are easy to make, lighter than a traditional fruitcake, and filled with holiday flavor!

Fruitcake Bars ~ These dairy-free cookie bars are easy to make, lighter than a traditional fruitcake, and filled with holiday flavor!

Vegan Fruitcake Bars

I like this fruitcake bar recipe because it’s a great way to satisfy a fruitcake craving without needing to wait for a more traditional cake to age. Once these bars are cooled down, they’re ready to go!

For a darker Old English-style fruitcake made with molasses, try my Christmas Fruitcake. It’s an old family recipe that has been handed down from my husband’s grandmother and it is always a favorite treat at Christmastime.

Fruitcake Bars ~ These dairy-free cookie bars are easy to make, lighter than a traditional fruitcake, and filled with holiday flavor!

Ingredients for Fruitcake Bars

You will need:

  • Flour-based non-stick cooking spray
  • 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, divided
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegan butter
  • 1 teaspoon orange peel, finely chopped
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 2 cups candied fruit mix
  • 1 cup dates, pitted and chopped
  • 1 cup pecans, chopped
Fruitcake Bars ~ These dairy-free cookie bars are easy to make, lighter than a traditional fruitcake, and filled with holiday flavor!

How to Make Fruitcake Bars

STEP ONE: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray an 8×8-inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray.

STEP TWO: In a large bowl, use a hand mixer on low speed to combine 1 cup flour, brown sugar, butter, orange peel, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and salt.

STEP THREE: In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 teaspoon baking soda and vinegar; the mixture will be fizzy. Add to the flour mixture and continue mixing just until combined.

STEP FOUR: In a medium bowl, add the remaining 1/4 cup flour, candied fruit mix, dates, and pecans. Stir to distribute the flour evenly. Add to the flour/brown sugar mixture and stir to combine. The batter will be thick; this is normal.

STEP FIVE: Transfer to the prepared baking pan, gently pressing with a spatula to distribute the batter evenly. Bake 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely then slice and serve at room temperature.

Fruitcake Bars ~ These dairy-free cookie bars are easy to make, lighter than a traditional fruitcake, and filled with holiday flavor!

Storage

These fruitcake cookie bars can be stored in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Refrigeration or freezing is not recommended.

More Christmas Cookie Recipes You’ll Love!

  • Magic Cookie Bars
  • Cherry Snowball Cookies
  • Dark Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
  • Vegan Eggnog Cookies
  • Vegan Ginger Cookies

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Fruitcake Bars ~ These dairy-free cookie bars are easy to make, lighter than a traditional fruitcake, and filled with holiday flavor!
Fruitcake Bars ~ These dairy-free cookie bars are easy to make, lighter than a traditional fruitcake, and filled with holiday flavor!

Fruitcake Bars

These dairy-free cookie bars are easy to make, lighter than a traditional fruitcake, and filled with holiday flavor!
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Christmas, cookies, dairy free, vegan, vegetarian
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Cooling Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 16
Calories: 274kcal
Author: Holly Gray
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Ingredients

  • Flour-based non-stick cooking spray
  • 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour divided
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegan butter
  • 1 teaspoon orange peel finely chopped
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 2 cups candied fruit mix
  • 1 cup dates pitted and chopped
  • 1 cup pecans chopped

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray an 8×8-inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, use a hand mixer on low speed to combine 1 cup flour, brown sugar, butter, orange peel, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and salt.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 teaspoon baking soda and vinegar; the mixture will be fizzy. Add to the flour mixture and continue mixing just until combined.
  • In a medium bowl, add the remaining 1/4 cup flour, candied fruit mix, dates, and pecans. Stir to distribute the flour evenly. Add to the flour/brown sugar mixture and stir to combine. The batter will be thick; this is normal.
  • Transfer to the prepared baking pan, gently pressing with a spatula to distribute the batter evenly. Bake 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely then slice and serve at room temperature.

Nutrition

Calories: 274kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 205mg | Potassium: 112mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 297IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 58mg | Iron: 1mg
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