Description
Christmas Cranberry Bars are the ultimate festive dessert, offering a delightful blend of tart cranberries and a sweet, buttery base. These chewy bars are not only easy to make but also add a vibrant touch to your holiday gatherings. With their rich flavor and beautiful appearance, they promise to evoke warm memories and become a favorite at your dessert table. Perfect for sharing or indulging in solo, these bars are a must-try this holiday season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (1 stick)
- 2 large eggs
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8 inch baking dish.
- Toss cranberries with 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar in a bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time; add orange zest and mix well.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients followed by sugared cranberries.
- Pour mixture into the prepared dish and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow cooling before slicing into bars.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider mixing in chopped nuts or spices like cinnamon or nutmeg. - Store bars at room temperature for up to five days or freeze individually wrapped for longer storage.