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Leftover Halal Candy Shortbread Bars

Transform leftover halal candy into delicious shortbread bars with a buttery texture and delightful crunch.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Shortbread Base Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened) You can substitute salted butter and omit additional salt.
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Be careful not to overmix.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Omit if using salted butter.
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds flavor.
Candy Ingredients
  • 1 cup leftover halal candy (chopped) Feel free to use a mix of various candies.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
  2. Line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing overhang for easy removal.
  3. In a mixing bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt, then gradually add this to the butter mixture until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in the chopped leftover halal candy until evenly distributed.
Baking
  1. Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
  3. Remove the bars from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  4. Once cooled, lift the edges of the parchment paper to remove from the pan and slice into squares.
Serving and Storing
  1. Enjoy these delightful shortbread bars with family or friends.
  2. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week, or freeze for up to three months.

Notes

Let the bars cool completely before cutting to maintain their shape. Experiment with different types of halal candies for unique flavors.