Description

Cranberry Bliss Bars are a delightful treat that perfectly balance sweet and tart flavors. With a moist blondie base topped with creamy cream cheese frosting, these bars make an ideal addition to holiday gatherings or cozy nights in. Each bite offers a burst of flavor from dried cranberries and smooth white chocolate, making them a favorite among friends and family. Easy to make and visually stunning, these bars are sure to impress!

Ingredients

Scale

½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
1 cup packed brown sugar
½ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
1 cup dried cranberries
½ cup white chocolate chips
8 oz cream cheese, softened
2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, beat the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Fold in cranberries and white chocolate chips.
Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown; a toothpick inserted should come out clean.
Allow the bars to cool completely before frosting with a mixture of cream cheese and powdered sugar.
Slice into squares and serve.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar (68g)
Calories: 234
Sugar: 23g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: For added texture, consider incorporating nuts such as pecans or walnuts. You can also customize your recipe by substituting cranberries with cherries or blueberries for different flavor profiles.