Description
Cranberry Bliss Bars Indulgence are a delightful treat that perfectly balances tart cranberries and creamy frosting atop a chewy cookie base. These bars evoke the warmth of holiday gatherings, making them an ideal addition to any festive occasion. Simple to prepare, they offer a burst of flavor with every bite. Perfect for sharing with friends over coffee or indulging in after a long day, you’ll be counting down the minutes until they’re ready!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup dried cranberries (sweetened)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp almond extract (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
- Sift flour and baking powder together, then fold into the butter mixture along with dried cranberries.
- Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- For frosting, beat together softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and almond extract until smooth.
- Once cooled completely, frost the bars evenly, cut into squares, and serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg