Gumdrop Cookie Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 15x10x1-inch pan with cooking spray.
2. 2
   In medium bowl, mix flour, cinnamon and salt; set aside. In large bowl, beat brown sugar and egg yolks until well blended. Gradually add two-thirds of the flour mixture alternately with water, stirring well after each addition.
3. 3
   Add gumdrops and pecans to remaining flour mixture; stir to coat well. Set aside.
4. 4
   In small bowl, beat egg whites with electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form. Fold into batter alternately with reserved gumdrop mixture.
5. 5
   Spread batter in pan.
6. 6
   Bake 20 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan on cooling rack.
7. 7
   In medium bowl, beat powdered sugar, melted butter, orange peel and orange juice until well blended.
8. 8
   Spread over bars.
9. 9
   Let stand until set.
10. 10
    Cut into 8 rows by 6 rows.