Description
Cranberry Bliss Bars are a must-try dessert that perfectly balances the tartness of cranberries with the sweetness of creamy white chocolate. This easy-to-make treat features a soft, chewy base topped with luscious cream cheese frosting, making it ideal for festive gatherings or as a delightful snack any time of year. With their vibrant flavors and beautiful presentation, these bars will surely impress your friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup softened cream cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder; set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 4 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients until just blended—avoid overmixing.
- Fold in dried cranberries and white chocolate chips evenly into the batter.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly, then bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- While cooling, prepare the frosting by mixing softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth. Spread over cooled bars.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg