Fruit Candy Bars

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Ingredients

  • 1 envelope unflavored gelatin
  • 1/4 c. (60 ml) water
  • 1 c. (250 ml) dried apricots
  • 1 c. (250 ml) raisins
  • 1 c. (250 ml) pecans
  • 1 Tbsp. (15 ml) flour
  • 2 Tbsp. (30 ml) orange peel, grated
  • 1 tsp. (5 ml) rum extract

Instructions

  1. Sprinkle gelatin over water; allow to soften for 5 minutes. Heat and stir until gelatin is completely dissolved.
  2. Combine apricots, raisins, pecans, flour and orange peel in blender or food processor, working until finely chopped.
  3. Add to gelatin mixture.
  4. Add rum extract and stir to completely blend.
  5. Line 8-inch (20 ml) square pan with plastic wrap or waxed paper. Spread fruit mixture evenly into pan and set aside to cool completely until candy is firm.
  6. Turn out onto cutting board, cut into 24 bars and wrap individually.
  7. Yield: 24 bars.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

449 kcal 22% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 6.2g 12% DV
Total Fat 18.4g 24% DV
Carbs 54.9g 20% DV
Fiber 7.3g 26% DV
Sugar 17.4g 35% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 11.8mg 1% DV
Potassium 400.3mg 9% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 24.5mcg 3% DV
Vitamin C 35.5mg 39% DV
Calcium 81.5mg 6% DV
Iron 2.6mg 14% DV

* % 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).

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