Glazed Fruit Cocktail Squares

Elevate your dessert game with these irresistible Glazed Fruit Cocktail Squares, a delightful fusion of buttery shortbread crust, luscious fruit filling, and a sweet vanilla glaze. Perfectly balanced and bursting with vibrant flavors, this easy-to-make recipe pairs a tender, golden crust with the tropical sweetness of canned fruit cocktail, gently thickened with a touch of lemon for tangy brightness. The final drizzle of silky powdered sugar glaze adds an indulgent touch, making these squares the ultimate crowd-pleasers. Whether you're hosting a party or craving a sweet snack, this make-ahead dessert is ready to impress with minimal effort. Simple ingredients, bold flavors, and pure satisfaction in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup unsalted butter (cold, diced)
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups canned fruit cocktail (drained)
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 0.25 cup water
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the cold, diced butter to the dry ingredients and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Press the crust mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish to form a base layer.

Step 5

Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove and let cool slightly.

Step 6

While the crust is cooling, prepare the fruit filling. In a small saucepan over medium heat, mix the cornstarch and water until smooth.

Step 7

Add the drained fruit cocktail and lemon juice to the saucepan. Stir continuously until the mixture thickens (about 5 minutes).

Step 8

Spread the fruit mixture evenly over the baked crust.

Step 9

Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let cool completely to room temperature.

Step 11

To make the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth.

Step 12

Drizzle the glaze over the cooled fruit cocktail squares in an even layer.

Step 13

Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before slicing into squares and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1303.1 grams (1303.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3774

Total Fat 197.40g	253%
Saturated Fat 124.20g	621%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 527mg	176%
Sodium 1691mg	74%
Total Carbohydrate 484.30g	176%
Dietary Fiber 11.50g	41%
Total Sugars 277.10g
Protein 29.90g	60%

Vitamin D 165IU	826%
Calcium 151mg	12%
Iron 12mg	68%
Potassium 853mg	18%

*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: 46.3%

Protein: 3.1%

Carbs: 50.5%