**Title: Homemade Fruit & Nut Chewy White Chocolate Bars**
**Preparation Time:** 15 minutes
**Baking Time:** 35 minutes
**Total Time:** 50 minutes
**Servings:** 16 bars
**Introduction**
Treat your tastebuds to the perfect blend of fruits, nuts, and white chocolate with this easy-to-make, delightful snack. These Homemade Fruit & Nut Chewy White Chocolate Bars are an ideal on-the-go snack or can serve as a delicious dessert to end your meal on a sweet note.
**Why Make This Recipe**
The crunchiness of nuts and chewiness of fruits paired with the creamy white chocolate make these bars an irresistibly luscious snack. You can adjust the ingredients as per your taste, and it’s a great recipe for involving kids in the kitchen.
**How to Make Homemade Fruit & Nut Chewy White Chocolate Bars**
**Ingredients:**
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1/2 tsp baking powder
– 1/4 tsp salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
– 1 large egg
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
– 1/2 cup dried cranberries
– 1/4 cup chopped dried apricots
– 1/4 cup chopped almonds
– 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
**Directions:**
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare an 8×8 inch baking pan by greasing and lining it with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate larger bowl, mix the melted butter and brown sugar. Add the egg and vanilla extract to this mixture and mix until smooth.
4. Gradually stir in the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
5. Add the white chocolate chips, dried cranberries, apricots, almonds, and walnuts to the batter. Mix until they are evenly distributed.
6. Spread the batter in the baking pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the top becomes golden brown.
7. Once done, let the bars cool completely before slicing.
**How to Serve Homemade Fruit & Nut Chewy White Chocolate Bars**
Serve these bars as an after-school snack, tea-time treat, or as dessert. They pair well with a glass of milk for kids or coffee for adults.
**How to Store Homemade Fruit & Nut Chewy White Chocolate Bars**
Store these bars in an airtight container at room temperature. They can be stored for up to a week.
**Tips to Make Homemade Fruit & Nut Chewy White Chocolate Bars**
1. Make sure the butter is fully melted for a better mixture.
2. Use quality white chocolate for the best-tasting bars.
3. Don’t overbake to keep the chewy texture.
**Variations**
You can substitute cranberries with other dried fruits like raisins or blueberries, or switch almonds and walnuts for pecans or cashews.
**FAQs**
1. **Can I use dark chocolate instead of white chocolate?** Yes, you can replace white chocolate chips with dark or milk chocolate.
2. **Can I use fresh fruits instead of dried fruits?** It’s not recommended as fresh fruits will release moisture and affect the texture of the bars.
3. **Can I freeze the bars?** Yes, these bars freeze well. Wrap each bar in a plastic wrap and store in a freezer bag.