FLORENTINE COOKIE BARS

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Make and share this Florentine Cookie Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Scissors from Kansas

Categories     Pork

Time 1h20m

Yield 96 cookie, 96 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup butter, softened
2/3 cup sugar
1 egg
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
1 1/4 cups heavy whipping cream
3/4 cup butter, cubed
2/3 cup honey
4 cups sliced almonds
1 1/2 cups candied red cherries or 1 1/2 cups green glazed cherries
3/4 cup dried currant
1 1/4 lbs white candy coating

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Gradually add flour and mix well. Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until easy to handle.
  • Roll dough into an ungreased 15-in.x10 in.x1 inches baking pan. Bake at 375 degrees for 7-9 minutes or until lightly browned.
  • Meanwhile, in a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, cream, butter, and honey. Cook, stirring occasionally, until a candy thermometer reads 246 degrees( firm-ball stage). Remove from the heat; stir in the almonds, cherries and currants. Spread evenly into crust.
  • Bake for 18-22 minutes or just until filling is set. Cool completely on a wire rack. Refrigerate overnight.
  • Remove florentine from pan. With a sharp knife, trim edges of crust; discard the trim.Cut lengthwise into six strips;cut each strip into 16 triangles.
  • In a microwave-safe bowl, melt candy coating; stir until smooth. Dip the short side of each triangle into candy coating; place on wax paper. Drizzle with additional candy coating. Let stand until set. Cover and store in the refrigerator.

Oto Ugbelase
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This was my first time making Florentine cookie bars, and I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The bars turned out perfectly and they were a big hit with my family.


Yusuf bawa Mustapha
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I've made a lot of Florentine cookie bars in my day, and this recipe is one of the best. The bars are perfectly chewy and the flavor is amazing.


Saeedkhan Khan
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I'm always on the lookout for new and exciting desserts. These Florentine cookie bars definitely fit the bill. They're unique and delicious.


Ishaq Kahan
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I made these bars as gifts for my friends and family. They were a huge success! Everyone loved them.


Madison Martin
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I'm always looking for new recipes to serve at parties. These Florentine cookie bars were a big hit with my guests. They're a great combination of sweet and salty.


Mehedi_ Hasan_10
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As a busy mom, I appreciate recipes that are quick and easy. This recipe fit the bill perfectly. I was able to whip up a batch of these bars in no time.


Tuji Mohammed
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I made a few substitutions to make this recipe healthier. I used whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour, and I reduced the amount of sugar. The bars were still delicious and satisfying.


Ff Master
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I love chocolate, so these bars were right up my alley. The dark chocolate and semisweet chocolate chips created a rich, decadent flavor.


Muzammal Hayyat
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I'm not an experienced baker, but I found this recipe easy to follow. The bars turned out great! My family loved them.


Ronni Downing
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These Florentine cookie bars were a hit at my party! The combination of chocolate, nuts, and dried fruit was divine. I especially loved the chewy texture of the bars.


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