SCOTTISH FRUIT SQUARES
This is a classic Scottish bar cookie from the city of Eyemouth. In Scotland, it's a standard bakery item all year, although the buttery pastry and the colorful icing make it perfect for Christmas.
Provided by Olha7397
Categories Dessert
Time 1h
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Measure the flour and salt into a large mixing bowl. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a small bowl, beat together the corn oil, egg white, lemon juice, and 2 Tablespoons of the water. Sprinkle the liquids over the flour mixture and toss with a fork until the pastry holds together in a ball. Add more water if necessary. Cover and chill for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F Roll the pastry out to fit the bottom and sides of a 15 1/4 x 10 1/4 x 3/4 inch jelly roll pan. Prick all over with a fork. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, until light brown.
- To make the filling, combine the walnuts, currants, coconut, raisins, and sugar in a large bowl. Mix in the melted butter, the egg, and the egg yolk. Spread the mixture over the bottom of the pastry. Bake for 30 minutes or until set and the edges are golden brown.
- While the bars bake, make the icing. Mix the confectioners' sugar (also known as icing or powdered sugar) with the orange juice in a small bowl until the icing is smooth and rather soft, but not runny, and spread over the bars. Sprinkle evenly with the cherries. Cool completely before cutting into squares. The bars are easiest to cut the day after baking.
- Makes twelve 3-inch or forty-eight 1 1/2 inch bars.
- The Great Holiday Baking Book.
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April Ranta
[email protected]These Scottish fruit squares were amazing! The shortbread base was perfectly crumbly and the fruit filling was bursting with flavor. I especially loved the addition of walnuts. They added a nice crunch and nutty flavor. I will definitely be making th
Perfect Lofar
[email protected]These fruit squares were a bit too dry for my taste. I think I would have preferred a more moist filling. However, the flavor was still good. I would definitely try this recipe again with a different type of fruit.
Abdulaih Bintu
[email protected]I'm a beginner baker and I found this recipe to be very easy to follow. The instructions were clear and concise, and I didn't have any problems making the squares. They turned out perfectly and tasted amazing. I'm definitely going to try more recipes
AriF Islam
[email protected]These Scottish fruit squares were a hit at my last dinner party. Everyone raved about how delicious they were. The presentation was also very impressive. I will definitely be making these again for future gatherings.
Jamarion Payne
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of fruit squares, but these were surprisingly delicious! The shortbread base was perfectly crisp and buttery, and the fruit filling was bursting with flavor. I especially enjoyed the hint of cinnamon and nutmeg. Definitely a new
Joey m Nebbergall
[email protected]These fruit squares were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still very good. I think I would have preferred a more tart filling. However, the shortbread base was excellent. I would definitely try this recipe again with a different type of fr
kevin thorpe
[email protected]I've been looking for a good Scottish fruit squares recipe for a while now and I'm so glad I found this one. The squares were delicious and they were a big hit with my family. I especially loved the fact that they were so easy to make. I will definit
Ally Matome
[email protected]These Scottish fruit squares were amazing! The shortbread base was perfectly crumbly and the fruit filling was bursting with flavor. I especially loved the addition of walnuts. They added a nice crunch and nutty flavor. I will definitely be making th
The run away kids The run away kids
[email protected]These fruit squares were a bit dry for my taste. I think I would have preferred a more moist filling. However, the flavor was still good. I would definitely try this recipe again with a different type of fruit.
w2w marathon
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of cranberries, but I decided to give this recipe a try anyway. I'm so glad I did! The cranberries were perfectly tart and complemented the sweetness of the other fruits. The shortbread base was also delicious. I will definitely be
Mokete J Khotlolo
[email protected]I've made these Scottish fruit squares several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're perfect for any occasion, from potlucks to holiday parties. I love that they can be made ahead of time and stored in the freezer. They're always a hi
THE HOOD CHICKS
[email protected]These fruit squares were a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred a more tart filling. However, the shortbread base was excellent. I would definitely try this recipe again with a different type of fruit.
Tmoney Wahsise
[email protected]I'm a beginner baker and I found this recipe to be very easy to follow. The instructions were clear and concise, and I didn't have any problems making the squares. They turned out perfectly and tasted amazing. I'm definitely going to try more recipes
Rosalie Janes
[email protected]These Scottish fruit squares were a hit at my last dinner party. Everyone raved about how delicious they were. The presentation was also very impressive. I will definitely be making these again for future gatherings.
Corinne Finley
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of fruit squares, but these were surprisingly delicious! The shortbread base was perfectly crisp and buttery, and the fruit filling was bursting with flavor. I especially enjoyed the hint of cinnamon and nutmeg. Definitely a new
Chukwudi Nnanatu
[email protected]My goodness, these Scottish fruit squares were a delightful treat! The combination of sweet fruit and crumbly shortbread was simply irresistible. I especially loved the tangy flavor of the cranberries and the crunch of the walnuts. A perfect balance