Gluten-Free Holiday Layer Bars

Gluten-Free Holiday Layer Bars
115 min.
36
202kcal

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Get ready to indulge in a delightful treat that will make your holiday gatherings even more special! These Gluten-Free Holiday Layer Bars are the perfect combination of rich flavors and festive colors, making them an irresistible addition to your dessert table. With a base of soft and chewy chocolate chip cookie mix, these bars are layered with creamy white vanilla baking chips, sweet flaked coconut, and vibrant candied cherries, all topped off with a drizzle of luscious sweetened condensed milk.

Not only are these bars gluten-free, but they also cater to a variety of dietary preferences, ensuring that everyone can enjoy a delicious snack during the holiday season. The crunchy cashews add a satisfying texture, while the combination of flavors creates a symphony that will have your guests coming back for seconds (and thirds!).

Whether you're hosting a festive party, looking for a unique gift for friends and family, or simply craving a sweet treat, these layer bars are sure to impress. They are easy to make and can be prepared in just over two hours, allowing you to spend more time enjoying the company of loved ones. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a holiday dessert that will leave everyone asking for your secret recipe!

Ingredients

  • 19 oz chocolate chip cookie mix gluten free
  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  •  eggs 
  • oz peppermint candies white
  • 1.3 cups coconut flakes flaked
  • 0.5 cup candied cherries green red chopped
  • 0.8 cup cashew pieces chopped
  • 14 oz condensed milk sweetened canned (not evaporated)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Line bottom of 13x9-inch pan with foil; spray with cooking spray. In large bowl, stir cookie mix, butter and egg until soft dough forms. Press dough in bottom of pan.
  2. Bake 10 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle baking chips, coconut, cherries and cashews evenly over partially baked crust.
  4. Pour condensed milk evenly over mixture.
  5. Bake 25 to 35 minutes longer or until light golden brown, covering edges with strips of foil if necessary to prevent excessive browning. Cool completely, about 1 hour. For bars, cut into 6 rows by 6 rows.

Nutrition Facts

Calories202kcal
Protein5.13%
Fat51.95%
Carbs42.92%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.14
Glycemic Load
8.57
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.8865217398042%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:202.32kcal
10.12%
Fat:11.96g
18.4%
Saturated Fat:7g
43.74%
Carbohydrates:22.23g
7.41%
Net Carbohydrates:21.22g
7.72%
Sugar:15.01g
16.68%
Cholesterol:16.27mg
5.42%
Sodium:94.07mg
4.09%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.66g
5.32%
Manganese:0.13mg
6.32%
Phosphorus:60.42mg
6.04%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.94%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.87%
Magnesium:18.52mg
4.63%
Selenium:3.12µg
4.46%
Copper:0.09mg
4.25%
Calcium:41.6mg
4.16%
Fiber:1.01g
4.04%
Folate:12.84µg
3.21%
Potassium:104.34mg
2.98%
Iron:0.5mg
2.78%
Zinc:0.41mg
2.74%
Vitamin A:114.82IU
2.3%
Vitamin B3:0.37mg
1.85%
Vitamin B5:0.15mg
1.52%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.39%
Vitamin K:1.22µg
1.16%
Vitamin B12:0.06µg
1.08%