Description
A delightful and festive treat inspired by Starbucks’ famous Cranberry Bliss Bars, perfect for the holiday season.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9 inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the dried cranberries and white chocolate chips.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking pan.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the bars cool completely in the pan.
- In a separate bowl, mix the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth to create the frosting.
- Spread the frosting over the cooled bars and sprinkle with chopped pecans if desired.
- Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
- These bars can be frozen for up to three months.
- Feel free to substitute dried cherries or other fruits for a different flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg