Description
Cranberry Bliss Bars are a delightful treat that elegantly combines the sweetness of white chocolate with the tartness of cranberries, all topped with a creamy frosting. Perfect for festive gatherings or cozy afternoons with coffee, these bars are not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to make. With their soft, chewy texture and rich flavors, they’re sure to become a favorite indulgence for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the softened butter and eggs until smooth. Combine with dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Fold in dried cranberries and white chocolate chips gently.
- Spread the batter in the prepared dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Let cool completely.
- For frosting, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until fluffy. Spread over cooled bars and slice into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg