Description
Festive and delicious, these Moist Christmas Cranberry Bars are the perfect treat for your holiday festivities, combining sweet and tart flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, mix the cranberries with 1/4 cup of the granulated sugar and set aside.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and the remaining sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the cranberries and nuts if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan before cutting into bars. Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for better flavor. Consider adding zest or spices for variations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American