Moist Christmas Cranberry Bars
Soft, moist bars bursting with tangy cranberries, ideal for holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Total Time: 45
- Yield: 24 square servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, combine the cranberries and sugar, and set aside.
- Cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the cranberries and nuts, if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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