Fruit Cocktail Squares

Indulge in the delightful combination of buttery layers, sweet fruit, and a crunchy streusel topping with these irresistible Fruit Cocktail Squares. This easy-to-make dessert brings together a soft, cookie-like base, a luscious layer of juicy canned fruit cocktail, and a cinnamon-kissed oat-pecan crumble for the perfect bite. Ready in just under an hour, these squares are ideal for any gathering, whether served fresh from the oven or chilled for a refreshing treat. Perfectly versatile, pair them with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra touch of decadence. Bursting with flavor and texture, Fruit Cocktail Squares are a dessert recipe you'll want to make again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.75 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 15 ounces canned fruit cocktail (with juice)
• 0.5 cup light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.75 cup rolled oats
• 0.5 cup chopped pecans (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, and baking powder. Mix well.

Step 3

Cut the cold cubed butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the eggs and vanilla extract. Pour this into the flour mixture and stir until a dough forms.

Step 5

Press 2/3 of the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan to form the base.

Step 6

Spread the canned fruit cocktail with its juice evenly over the dough layer, ensuring the fruit is spread to the edges.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix together the light brown sugar and ground cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the fruit cocktail layer.

Step 8

To the remaining dough, add the rolled oats and chopped pecans (if using). Crumble this mixture evenly over the top of the fruit layer to form a streusel topping.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the top is golden and the fruit layer is bubbly.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.

Step 11

Serve as-is or with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1377.1 grams (1377.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4346

Total Fat 200.50g	257%
Saturated Fat 99.00g	495%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 760mg	253%
Sodium 1117mg	49%
Total Carbohydrate 604.30g	220%
Dietary Fiber 22.40g	80%
Total Sugars 362.70g
Protein 56.40g	113%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 288mg	22%
Iron 18mg	102%
Potassium 1366mg	29%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.6%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 54.4%