Cherry Raisin Walnut Shortbread Bars
Cherry Raisin Walnut Shortbread Bars offer a delightful combination of buttery shortbread crust topped with a rich, fruity, and nutty filling. The blend of raisins, walnuts, and optional coconut creates a chewy, crunchy texture with sweet and nutty flavors, perfect for snacking or sharing at gatherings.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Lightly grease an 8-inch square pan.
- Combine flour and sugar, then cut in margarine until mixture resembles fine meal.
- Press into greased pan and bake for 20 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Meanwhile, beat eggs, brown sugar, and vanilla until well combined.
- Stir in baking soda, walnuts, raisins, and coconut (if using).
- Spoon the mixture over the hot crust and spread evenly.
- Return to oven and bake an additional 20 to 25 minutes or until the top is set.
- Cool completely, then cut into bars and serve.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).