Peach Preserve Bars

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 c. shortening
  • 1 c. brown sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 2 c. all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp. cloves
  • 1 c. peach preserves
  • 1/2 c. chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Cream shortening.
  2. Gradually add sugar, beating well at medium speed.
  3. Add egg, beating just until blended.
  4. Combine dry ingredients; gradually add to creamed mixture, beating until blended.
  5. Press half of crumb mixture into a lightly greased 11 x 7 x 2-inch pan.
  6. Spread preserves on crust to within 1/4 inch from edge of pan.
  7. Sprinkle with nuts.
  8. Sprinkle with remaining crumb mixture.
  9. Bake at 375° for 25 to 30 minutes, or until lightly browned.
  10. Cool; cut into bars.
  11. Yields 2 dozen.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

947 kcal 47% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 9.3g 19% DV
Total Fat 54.8g 70% DV
Carbs 120.4g 44% DV
Fiber 12.2g 44% DV
Sugar 44.5g 89% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 12570.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 604.3mg 13% DV
Cholesterol 65.8mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 18.5mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 2.7mg 3% DV
Calcium 1782.8mg 100% DV
Iron 8.7mg 48% 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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