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Christmas Sweet box

A delightful festive treat perfect for sharing during the holidays, combining nuts, dried fruits, and chocolate in a sweet baked square.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 9 squares
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Festive
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries or raisins
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
For dusting
  • to taste powdered sugar for dusting

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a small square baking dish.
  2. Cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add egg and vanilla, beat until combined.
  4. Mix dry ingredients, then combine with wet mixture. Fold in nuts, cranberries, and chocolate chips.
  5. Pour batter into dish, bake 25-30 mins. Cool, dust with powdered sugar, then cut into squares.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for freshness.