Cranberry Crumb Bars: Easy, Indulgent Treat for Any Occasion
These cranberry crumb bars are a delicious and easy treat perfect for any occasion. With a buttery crumb topping and tart cranberry filling, they are sure to please everyone!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, and salt.
- Add the softened butter and mix until crumbly.
- Press half of the mixture into the bottom of a greased baking dish and bake for 10 minutes.
- For the filling, combine cranberries, orange juice, vanilla, and cornstarch in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat until cranberries pop.
- Spread the filling over the baked crust and crumble the remaining mixture on top.
- Bake for an additional 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool before cutting into bars.
Notes
- These bars can be served warm or cold.
- Store in an airtight container to keep them fresh.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg