Cranberry Bliss Bars
Cranberry Bliss Bars are a festive treat that perfectly balance sweet and tart flavors. With a chewy base studded with dried cranberries and topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting, each bite is a delightful experience. Ideal for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings at home, these bars are sure to please everyone. Quick to prepare and visually stunning, they’re the perfect addition to any dessert table or as an everyday indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup dried cranberries (sweetened)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 oz cream cheese (full-fat)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- Zest of 1 orange
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour and brown sugar.
- Add melted butter, eggs, and vanilla; stir until just combined.
- Gently fold in cranberries and orange zest.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes, until golden brown.
- While cooling, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth; spread over cooled bars.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Substitute dried cherries or raisins for cranberries for unique variations. For added crunch, sprinkle chopped nuts on top before baking. Ensure bars cool completely before cutting for cleaner slices.