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Cranberry Crumble Bars

Cranberry Crumble Bars Recipe
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Indulge in the delightful combination of tangy cranberries and warm spices with our easy Cranberry Crumble Bars Recipe. These scrumptious bars feature a buttery shortbread crust that melts in your mouth, topped with a vibrant cranberry filling and a sprinkle of crumble for texture. Perfect for family gatherings, cozy evenings, or meal prep, these bars are sure to impress. Plus, they are versatile enough to customize with different fruits or nuts to suit your taste! Whether enjoyed at home or shared with friends, every bite is a celebration of flavor that will leave you wanting more.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1 tablespoon orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 4 tablespoons whole milk or heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a stand mixer, cream together unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
  3. Add an egg and vanilla; mix well.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  5. Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
  6. Reserve about 2 cups of dough; press the rest into an 8×8-inch baking pan.
  7. Bake crust for 15 minutes or until golden at the edges.
  8. Meanwhile, mix cranberries with sugar, cornstarch, orange zest, juice, and vanilla; pour over crust.
  9. Crumble reserved dough over the filling; bake for an additional 45 minutes.
  10. Let cool completely before slicing.

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