Scottish Fruit Slice Bars
 
Makes 9
Ingredients
  • 1 cup (128 grams) raisins
  • 1 cup (128 grams) golden raisins
  • 1 cup (128 grams) dried currants
  • 1 cup (220 grams) firmly packed light brown sugar
  • ½ cup (120 grams) water
  • ½ cup (120 grams) Scotch whiskey
  • 1 tablespoon (2 grams) lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon (8 grams) cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon (1 gram) ground allspice
  • Lavender Oregano Shortcrust (recipe below)
  • 1 large egg (50 grams)
  • 1 tablespoon (15 grams) heavy whipping cream
Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, bring raisins, golden raisins, currants, brown sugar, ½ cup (120 grams) water, Scotch, zest, cornstarch, and allspice to a boil over medium heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until thickened, about 15 minutes. Let cool completely.
  2. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray an 8-inch square baking dish with baking spray with flour; line with parchment paper, letting excess extend over sides of pan.
  3. On a lightly floured surface, roll half of Lavender Oregano Shortcrust into an 8-inch square. Transfer to prepared pan. Spread fruit mixture onto crust. Roll remaining Lavender Oregano Shortcrust into 8-inch square, and place on top of fruit mixture.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together egg and cream. Brush crust with egg wash.
  5. Bake until golden brown and bubbly, 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes. Using excess parchment as handles, remove from pan. Let cool completely before cutting into bars. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
Recipe by Bake from Scratch at https://staging.bakefromscratch.com/scottish-fruit-slice-bars/