: Fruit Cake 7-Layer Bars

Bake the Bars:

Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 25 minutes, or until the bars are golden brown around the edges. During baking, the ingredients will meld together, and the coconut will become slightly toasted, adding an additional layer of flavor. Keep an eye on the bars as they bake to avoid overbaking. Once the edges turn golden and the center is set, remove the pan from the oven. If you press gently on the center of the bars, it should feel firm but slightly springy, indicating that they are fully baked.

Cool and Slice:

Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan. Cooling helps the layers set properly, making it easier to slice into neat bars. Once fully cooled, use the parchment paper to lift the bars out of the pan. Place them on a cutting board and slice them into squares or rectangles, depending on your preferred size. These Fruit Cake 7-Layer Bars are now ready to be served, offering a delightful combination of sweet, chewy, and crunchy textures in every bite!