Description
Cranberry Bliss Bars are the ultimate holiday treat, blending sweet and tart flavors in a chewy, creamy delight. With a soft base topped with luscious cream cheese frosting and tangy cranberries, these bars are perfect for festive gatherings or as a cozy snack anytime. Easy to prepare, they are sure to become a cherished recipe in your collection!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
- Gradually stir in flour until just combined. Fold in cranberries and white chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into the prepared dish and spread evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown; use a toothpick to check for doneness.
- While cooling, beat cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth; stir in vanilla extract.
- Once cooled completely, frost the bars evenly and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg