Gumdrop Bars

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Ingredients

  • Orange Butter Frosting:
  • 4 eggs, well beaten
  • 2 c. brown sugar
  • 1 T. cold water
  • 1/8 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. cinnamon
  • 2 c. flour
  • 1 c. diced gumdrops (spice or fruit flavored)
  • 1/2 c. chopped nuts
  • 2 1/2 c. powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp. grated orange rind
  • Pinch salt
  • 3 T. orange juice
  • 3 T. butter/oleo, melted

Preparation

Step 1

Combine eggs and sugar. Beat until fluffy. Add water. Blend thoroughly dry ingredients. Gradually add to egg mixture, bleding thoroughly. Add nuts and gumdrops. Blend. Spread evenly in well oiled 7 1/2 x 11 1/2 x 3/4-inch pans. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 to 18 minutes Top with Orange Butter Frosting.
Orange Butter Frosting: Combine all frosting ingredients and beat.