Lattice Fruit Bars

Vegetarian
Lattice Fruit Bars
50 min.
42
120kcal

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Looking for a delightful and vegetarian-friendly treat that's perfect for any occasion? Look no further than these delectable Lattice Fruit Bars! These bars are not only delicious but also easy to make, taking only 50 minutes from start to finish. With a yield of 42 bars, they're perfect for sharing at your next party or gathering.

Each bar boasts a scrumptious 120 calories, making them a guilt-free indulgence. Whether you're looking for an appetizer, antipasti, starter, snack, or simply a sweet treat, these Lattice Fruit Bars are versatile and sure to impress.

The base of these bars is a flaky, buttery crust, made from a simple combination of flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cubed cold butter. To add a touch of elegance and flavor, apricot and raspberry preserves are spread in alternating strips across the crust, creating a beautiful lattice pattern on top.

To make these bars, you'll need just a handful of equipment items, including a bowl, an oven, a wire rack, and a baking pan. In no time at all, you'll be enjoying these delicious, fruity treats that are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. So why wait? Give these Lattice Fruit Bars a try at your next gathering, and watch as they disappear in a flash!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup apricot preserves 
  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • cup butter cold cubed
  •  eggs 
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.8 cup raspberry jam 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • cup sugar 
  • teaspoons vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt; cut in butter until crumbly.
  2. Combine eggs and vanilla; stir into crumb mixture until blended. Cover and refrigerate a fourth of the dough for at least 45 minutes.
  3. Press remaining dough into an ungreased 15-in. x 10-in. 1-in. baking pan.
  4. Spread 1/4 cup apricot preserves in a 1-3/4-in. strip over one long side of crust.
  5. Spread 1/4 cup of raspberry preserves in a 1-3/4-in. strip adjoining the apricot strip. Repeat twice.
  6. Roll out reserved dough to 1/8-in. thickness.
  7. Cut into 1/2-in. strips; make a lattice top.
  8. Bake at 325° for 30-35 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on wire rack.
  9. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts

Calories120kcal
Protein4.23%
Fat34.79%
Carbs60.98%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.15
Glycemic Load
10.54
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.8617391249408%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.01mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:120.28kcal
6.01%
Fat:4.7g
7.23%
Saturated Fat:2.86g
17.87%
Carbohydrates:18.53g
6.18%
Net Carbohydrates:18.21g
6.62%
Sugar:9.59g
10.66%
Cholesterol:19.41mg
6.47%
Sodium:79.38mg
3.45%
Alcohol:0.07g
100%
Alcohol %:0.26%
100%
Protein:1.28g
2.57%
Selenium:3.96µg
5.66%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.81%
Folate:18.2µg
4.55%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.66%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.32%
Vitamin A:155.04IU
3.1%
Iron:0.52mg
2.87%
Vitamin B3:0.54mg
2.68%
Phosphorus:18.47mg
1.85%
Fiber:0.32g
1.28%
Copper:0.03mg
1.26%
Calcium:11.55mg
1.16%
Vitamin E:0.17mg
1.1%
Vitamin C:0.91mg
1.1%