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White Chocolate Cranberry Bars Recipe

Irresistibly Chewy White Chocolate Cranberry Bars Recipe

Enjoy these delightful White Chocolate Cranberry Bars, a perfect blend of creamy white chocolate and tart cranberries in a chewy treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Can use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 cup Rolled oats Quick oats may yield a different texture.
  • 3/4 cup Brown sugar White sugar can be substituted but will alter the flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Coconut oil can be a dairy-free option.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt No substitutions recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda No substitutions recommended.
For the Filling
  • 1 can Sweetened condensed milk Evaporated milk with added sugar can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 large Eggs No substitutions recommended for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Vanilla bean paste can be used for a richer taste.
  • 1 cup White chocolate chips Dark or milk chocolate chips can be substituted.
  • 1 cup Dried cranberries Dried cherries or raisins can work too.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped walnuts (optional) Pecans or almonds can be great substitutes.
For Serving
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar For dusting before serving.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, oats, brown sugar, salt, and baking soda. Mix in melted butter and press ⅔ of the mixture into the pan.
  3. Bake for about 15 minutes or until lightly golden.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, eggs, and vanilla. Fold in white chocolate chips and cranberries.
  5. Spread the filling over the baked base and sprinkle remaining crumb mixture on top.
  6. Bake for an additional 25-30 minutes until golden and set. Allow to cool completely.
  7. Dust with powdered sugar and cut into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Cool completely before cutting for clean squares. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.

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