Cranberry Crumble Bars
Cranberry Crumble Bars are a delightful dessert that perfectly balances sweet and tart flavors, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. With a buttery, crumbly crust topped with luscious cranberries and oats, these bars not only taste amazing but also fill your kitchen with an enticing aroma. Simple to prepare, they are sure to impress family and friends at gatherings or cozy nights in. Enjoy warm with a scoop of ice cream or chilled alongside your favorite beverage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, oats, baking powder, and salt until well mixed.
- Cut in the butter using a pastry cutter or fingers until the mixture resembles coarse sand.
- Press half of the crumble mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Evenly spread fresh cranberries over the crust and sprinkle the remaining crumble mixture on top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: - Use fresh cranberries for optimal flavor; frozen can be used if thawed and drained. - Add nuts for extra crunch or swap cranberries for blueberries or raspberries for a different flavor profile.