Choco, Mixed Berries, and Walnut Bars

By: Elaine P. Lim


Make your holiday baking a hit with Chewy Choco, Mixed Berries, and Walnut Bars.

Makes 15 bars

1/2 cup dried mixed berries
1/4 cup orange juice
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup quick-cooking oats
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/3 cup softened margarine
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla
1 egg
1/3 cup coarsely chopped dark chocolate
1/3 cup chopped walnuts

1  Preheat oven to 350ºF. Combine mixed berries and orange juice; microwave for 30 seconds and let stand for 10 minutes.

2  In another bowl, combine all-purpose flour,quick-cooking oats, and baking powder; set aside.

3  Beat softened margarine, brown sugar, and vanilla  until light and fluffy. Add egg and beat well. Gradually add flour mixture.  Mix in dark chocolate, walnuts, and mixed berries.  Spread dough in a greased baking pan. Bake for about 20 minutes.