Cranberry Bars
Indulge in these delightful cranberry bars, where the perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors comes together in a chewy, buttery treat. A vibrant burst of fresh cranberries atop a golden crust makes these bars not only delicious but visually stunning, making them the perfect addition to any gathering or cozy afternoon snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and 3/4 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually mix in flour and press into the bottom of the prepared dish.
- Toss cranberries with remaining 1/4 cup granulated sugar and set aside.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs until frothy; stir in vanilla extract. Combine with the flour mixture until just mixed.
- Pour half of the batter into the dish, layer cranberries on top, then drizzle remaining batter over cranberries.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until edges are golden brown and center is set. Cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg