Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Easy and Delicious Cranberry Bars, a sweet-tart treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Featuring a tender sugar cookie base infused with zesty orange and vanilla, these bars are studded with juicy cranberries and topped with a smooth icing for a finishing touch. Whether enjoyed warm or cooled, they provide comfort in every bite. Ideal for gatherings, potlucks, or simply as a cozy dessert at home, these cranberry bars are sure to impress everyone!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- Zest from one medium orange
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 cups cranberries (fresh or frozen)
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- Optional: 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- Optional: 1 cup white chocolate chips
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixer, beat granulated sugar and butter until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract and orange zest.
- Gradually add flour, baking powder, and salt; mix until just combined. Gently fold in cranberries.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 40-50 minutes until edges are light brown. Let cool completely before icing.
- Whisk powdered sugar with vanilla extract and a bit of warm water to achieve desired consistency; drizzle over cooled bars.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg