Treasure Chest Bars 2 cups flour 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1 1/2 tsp baking powder Dash of salt 1/2 cup butter, softened 3/4 cup milk 1 tsp vanilla 2 eggs 3 bars (1.55 oz. each) milk chocolate candy, cut into small pieces 1 cup maraschino cherries, drained, and halved 1 cup coarsely chopped mixed nuts For the Frosting: 1/4 cup butter (do not substitute) 2 cups powdered sugar 1/2 tsp vanilla 2 to 3 tablespoons milk Heat the oven to 350 F. Grease or spray a 15 x 10 inch baking pan. In a large bowl, beat all the bar ingredients except the milk chocolate candy, cherries, and nuts with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes. Scrape the bowl occasionally, until smooth. With a spoon, stir in the milk chocolate candy, cherries, and nuts. Spread evenly in the pan. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until light golden brown. Meanwhile, in a 1-quart saucepan, heat 1/4 cup butter over medium heat, stirring constantly, until light golden brown. Remove from the heat. Stir in the powdered sugar and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla. Stir in 2 to 3 tablespoons of milk until smooth and spreadable. Quickly spread the frosting over the warm bars. Cool completely in the pan on a cooling rack for about 1 hour. Makes 48 bars. Enjoy. --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ Access the Recipes And More list archives at:
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