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Cranberry Crumble Bars

Cranberry Crumble Bars That Will Brighten Any Gathering

These easy one-pan Cranberry Crumble Bars blend sweet and tart flavors, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter softened, can substitute with a plant-based alternative
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Light Brown Sugar can swap for all granulated sugar
  • 1 large Egg or use a flax egg or applesauce for egg-free
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract or almond extract for variation
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour can be replaced with gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
For the Cranberry Filling
  • 2 cups Fresh Cranberries can use frozen if fresh not available
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar adjust according to sweetness preference
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch can swap with tapioca starch
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest
  • 1/4 cup Orange Juice or lemon zest and juice for variation
For the Vanilla Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar or a sugar alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Milk or Heavy Cream use plant-based milk for dairy-free

Equipment

  • stand mixer
  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8-inch baking pan lined with parchment paper.
  2. In a stand mixer, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar on medium speed for about 3 minutes.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing on low speed until fully incorporated.
  4. Add flour, baking powder, and salt to the mixer, mixing gently until a soft dough forms.
  5. Reserve about 2 cups of the dough for topping and spread the remaining dough evenly in the pan.
  6. Bake the crust for 15 minutes until lightly golden brown.
  7. In a large bowl, mix fresh cranberries, sugar, cornstarch, orange zest, and juice until the cranberries are coated.
  8. Pour the cranberry filling over the cooled crust evenly.
  9. Sprinkle the reserved dough over the filling, allowing some cranberries to peek through.
  10. Bake for an additional 45 minutes, covering with foil for the last 10-15 if needed.
  11. Let the bars cool completely before slicing.
  12. Whisk the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract together, then drizzle over the cooled bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Let the bars cool completely before cutting for best results. Adjust sweetness to taste before pouring over crust.

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