Cranberry Bars
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Cranberry Bars, a perfect blend of tart cranberries and a buttery, crumbly crust. These bars are incredibly easy to prepare, making them an excellent choice for both novice bakers and seasoned pros alike. Ideal for festive gatherings or cozy family meals, they also provide a fantastic way to use up leftover cranberries or cranberry sauce. Whether enjoyed as a snack on the go or served at a celebratory event, these sweet treats are sure to be a hit with everyone.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz package of cranberries (or equivalent cranberry sauce)
- 1 cup sugar
- 3/4 cup water
- 2 cups flour
- 1 cup sugar (for crust)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup butter (room temperature)
- 1 beaten egg
Instructions
- Cook cranberries with 1 cup sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat for about 15 minutes until thickened. Let cool.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, remaining sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly; add beaten egg and mix.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan. Pack half the crust mixture into the bottom of the pan.
- Pour cooled cranberry filling over the crust and sprinkle remaining crust mixture on top.
- Bake for about 40 minutes until golden brown. Cool completely before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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