Best 3 Yuletide Layer Bars Recipes

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Indulge in the spirit of Christmas with our delightful Yuletide Layer Bars, a festive treat that combines layers of rich chocolate, creamy cheesecake, and tangy cranberries. These bars are not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual masterpiece, sure to impress your family and friends during the holiday season. This recipe features a detailed guide on creating each layer, from the decadent chocolate base to the velvety cheesecake filling and the vibrant cranberry topping. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, you'll be able to effortlessly craft this stunning dessert that is perfect for potlucks, cookie exchanges, or as a special holiday treat.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

YULETIDE LAYER BARS



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Make and share this Yuletide Layer Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by looneytunesfan

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
2 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1 1/2 cups chopped nuts
1 1/2 cups flaked coconut
1 3/4 cups Nestle Toll House holiday shapes and morsels
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350*.
  • Melt butter in 13x9x2 inch baking pan in oven; remove from oven. Sprinkle graham cracker crumbs over butter. Stir well; press onto bottom of pan. Sprinkle with nuts, coconut and Shapes & Morsels. Pour sweetened condensed milk evenly over top.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until light golden brown. Cool completely in pan on wire rack.

YULETIDE LAYER BARS



Yuletide Layer Bars image

A Nestle Toll House dessert for the Holidays ~ something different to make. This is very easy to make for a quick dessert and ingredients we may already have. Picture by Nestle.

Provided by Carol Junkins

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 c (1 stick) butter or margarine
2 1/2 c graham cracker crumbs
1 1/2 c chopped nuts
1 1/2 c flaked coconut
1 3/4 c (10 oz pkg) nestle toll house holiday shapes and morsels
1 can(s) (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F Melt butter in 13x9" baking pan in oven, remove from oven. Sprinkle graham cracker crumbs over butter stir well: press onto bottom of pan. Sprinkle with nuts, coconut and shapes & morsels. Pour sweetened condensed milk evenly over top.
  • 2. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until light golden brown. Cool completely in pan on wire rack.

YULETIDE LAYER BARS RECIPE - (4.3/5)



Yuletide Layer Bars Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by JudyS

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 c (1 stick) oleo or butter
1-1/2 c graham cracker crumbs
1-1/2 c flaked coconut
1 c chopped nuts
1 can (14 oz) NESTLE CARNATION Sweetened Condensed Milk
1-2/3 c (10 oz pkg) NESTLE TOLL HOUSE Holiday Morsels
1 13 x 9 baking pan

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees 2. Melt butter in 13 x 9 inch baking pan in oven 3. Sprinkle graham cracker crumbs over butter 4. Stir well; 5. Carefully press onto bottom of pan. 6. Sprinkle with coconut and nuts. 7. Pour sweetened condensed milk evenly over top. 8. sprinkle with morsels; press down lightly 9. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until light golden brown. 10. Cool completely in pan on wire rack. 11. Cut into bars. TIP: For easier cutting of bars, line pan with foil, extending over edges of pan. Coat lightly with nonstick cooking spray. Bake and cool as directed above. Lift from pan; remove foil. Cut into bars. Store in a covered container. Makes 2 to 3 dozen bars

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. This means using real butter, pure vanilla extract, and semisweet chocolate chips.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the bars tough.
  • Bake the bars until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached.
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting them. This will help them hold their shape.
  • Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Yuletide Layer Bars are a festive and delicious treat that is perfect for any holiday gathering. With their layers of chocolate, peanut butter, and cookie dough, they are sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you're looking for a special holiday dessert, give Yuletide Layer Bars a try. You won't be disappointed!

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