The “Festive Winter Wonderland Bars” encapsulate the essence of the season in a delightful medley of white chocolate, puffed rice, dried cranberries, sultanas, toasted almonds, and desiccated coconut. These bars, a harmony of snowy hues and vibrant flavors, are a joyous treat perfect for holiday gatherings or moments when a touch of sweet festivity is needed.
Snowy Holiday Crunch Bars
Absolutely! The White Christmas Slice is a festive and indulgent treat blending sweet white chocolate with a medley of textures and flavors. This recipe combines melted white chocolate with Rice Bubbles (puffed rice), dried cranberries, sultanas, toasted slivered almonds, and desiccated coconut. After mixing these ingredients together and pressing the mixture into a tray, it chills in the refrigerator until set, resulting in a delightful, easy-to-cut slice that's perfect for holiday gatherings or as a sweet indulgence throughout the year.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Spatula or Mixing Spoon
- Baking Tray or Dish
- Knife or Cutter
- Microwave or Double Boiler (optional)
- Stovetop and Pan (for toasting almonds, if needed)
Ingredients
- 500 g White chocolate
- 1 1/2 cups Rice Bubbles or any puffed rice
- 160 g Dried cranberries (craisins)
- 140 g Sultanas
- 120 g Slivered almonds toasted
- 1 cup desiccated coconut
Instructions
Prepare Ingredients
- Line a baking dish or tray with parchment paper.
Melt White Chocolate
- Break the white chocolate into small pieces and melt it in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water or in the microwave in short bursts, stirring frequently until smooth.
Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the Rice Bubbles, dried cranberries, sultanas, toasted slivered almonds, and desiccated coconut.
Combine with Melted Chocolate
- Pour the melted white chocolate over the dry ingredients mixture. Mix well until all the dry ingredients are coated evenly with the chocolate.
Press into Tray
- Transfer the mixture into the lined baking dish or tray. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to press the mixture firmly and evenly into the dish.
Chill
- Place the tray in the refrigerator for at least 2-3 hours or until the slice is set.
Cut and Serve
- Once set, remove from the fridge and cut into slices or squares.
Notes
- Variations: Feel free to get creative with this recipe! You can swap out the dried fruits or nuts with your favorites—try dried cherries, chopped dried apricots, pistachios, or pecans for a unique twist. You can also experiment with different types of chocolate or add a hint of citrus zest for extra flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 451kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 36mg | Potassium: 318mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 31g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Vitamin C: 0.7mg | Calcium: 93mg | Iron: 1.7mg
