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Cranberry Bliss Bars

Cranberry Bliss Bars

Delightful Cranberry Bliss Bars combine tart cranberries and creamy white chocolate for an indulgent treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 7 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Sweet Moments
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base
  • 1 cup Brown sugar Adds a deep, caramel-like sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Melted for a smooth batter
  • 2 large Eggs Bind the ingredients together
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Enhances overall flavor
  • 1 1/2 cups All-purpose flour The backbone of the batter
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder Gives light, fluffy texture
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavors
  • 1 cup Chopped white chocolate Infuses creamy sweetness
  • 1 cup Dried cranberries Balance sweetness with tartness
Frosting
  • 8 ounces Cream cheese Softened for easy mixing
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted butter Softened for best results
  • 2 cups Powdered sugar Sweetens the frosting
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Complements the sweetness
Topping
  • 1/2 cup Dried cranberries For an eye-catching finish
  • 1/2 cup Melted white chocolate For drizzling

Equipment

  • 9×13-inch pan
  • mixing bowls
  • spatula

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) for even baking.
  2. In a bowl, combine the melted butter and brown sugar. Stir well, then beat in the eggs and vanilla extract.
  3. Gently stir in the flour, baking powder, and salt until just blended.
  4. Fold in the chopped white chocolate and dried cranberries.
  5. Spoon the batter into a lined 9x13-inch pan and bake for 18–22 minutes. Allow to cool in the pan.
  6. Beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually mix in the powdered sugar and vanilla.
  7. Spread the cream cheese frosting generously over the cooled bars.
  8. Sprinkle dried cranberries and drizzle with melted white chocolate.
  9. Chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes before slicing.
  10. Slice into bars or triangles and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Top with additional dried cranberries for extra texture and flavor.

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