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Buttery Cranberry Crumble Bars

Buttery Cranberry Crumble Bars that Will Brighten Your Day

These Buttery Cranberry Crumble Bars offer a deliciously tart cranberry filling and rich, buttery crust, perfect for cozy gatherings and sweet escapes.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cranberry Filling
  • 2 cups Fresh Cranberries Use frozen if fresh isn’t available.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the filling.
  • 1/2 cup Water Helps cook the cranberries.
For the Shortbread Crust
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour Sift for lightness.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened to room temperature.
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar Adds moisture.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds depth of flavor.

Equipment

  • saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • 8x8 inch baking pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Buttery Cranberry Crumble Bars
  1. In a saucepan, combine fresh cranberries, granulated sugar, and water. Cook over medium heat while stirring for about 15 minutes until the mixture thickens.
  2. Sift together all-purpose flour and kosher salt in a mixing bowl. In another bowl, beat softened unsalted butter until smooth, then add light brown sugar and vanilla.
    Buttery Cranberry Crumble Bars
  3. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8x8 inch baking pan.
  4. Press two-thirds of the dough into the prepared baking pan and prick the surface. Bake for about 17-18 minutes until lightly browned.
  5. Spread the cooled cranberry filling evenly over the base, then crumble the remaining dough on top and press gently.
  6. Bake assembled bars for another 25-30 minutes until the top is golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

These bars can improve in flavor overnight and pair well with ice cream.

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