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Cranberry Bliss Bars Dessert Recipe

Jennifer Watson
I'm thrilled to share one of my favorite holiday treats: Cranberry Bliss Bars. These bars are sweet, tangy, and packed with flavor, perfect for satisfying any dessert craving. Let's dive in!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 16 Pieces
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • To make these delicious bars, I need a few essential tools:
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking pan (9x13 inch)
  • Spatula
  • Cooling rack
  • With the right equipment, preparing and baking becomes super easy! 😊

Ingredients
  

Here’s what I’ll need to whip up these cranberry bliss bars:

  • For the Bars:
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 1/4 cups brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon orange extract
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • For the Frosting:
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries chopped
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate melted

These ingredients create a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and creamy delights! 🍫🍊

Instructions
 

I've broken down the baking process into easy steps:

  • Make the Bars:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
  • Beat in eggs, vanilla, and orange extracts.
  • Mix in flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • Fold in cranberries and chocolate chips with a spatula.
  • Spread batter in a greased baking pan.
  • Bake for 18-20 minutes. Let cool completely.
  • Prepare the Frosting:
  • Beat cream cheese until smooth.
  • Add powdered sugar and lemon juice. Beat until creamy.
  • Spread over cooled bars.
  • Sprinkle with chopped cranberries.
  • Drizzle with melted white chocolate.

Lastly, slice into bars and enjoy the bliss! 🍽️

    Notes

    A few tips make this recipe even more delightful:
    Room Temperature Ingredients: Softened butter and cream cheese mix better, so take them out a bit before starting.
    Orange Extract: This adds a unique flavor, but feel free to adjust as per your taste.
    Storage: These bars keep well in an airtight container in the fridge and taste amazing chilled.
    I love how these little details transform this recipe into a mouthwatering favorite! 😍
    Keyword Christmas baking, Cranberry dessert, Cream cheese frosting, Dried cranberry recipes, Festive desserts, Holiday treats, Tangy sweet bars, White chocolate bars