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Cranberry Bliss Bars


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  • Author: platesdaily
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Makes about 12 bars 1x

Description

Indulge in these delightful Cranberry Bliss Bars, where tart cranberries meet a rich cream cheese frosting. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make dessert will have friends and family swooning with every bite. Their chewy texture, combined with a creamy topping, makes them an irresistible treat that brightens any gathering.


Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup dried cranberries (plump and juicy)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour and granulated sugar. Stir in melted butter and eggs until just mixed.
  3. Gently fold in the dried cranberries, then pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown around the edges. The center should spring back when lightly pressed.
  5. For the frosting, beat together softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until fluffy. Spread over cooled bars.
  6. Cut into squares or rectangles and serve.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 29g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg