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Cranberry Crumble Bars

Cranberry Crumble Bars That Elevate Your Holiday Desserts

Cranberry Crumble Bars are a delightful balance of sweet and tart, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust and Crumble
  • 1 cup Butter Substitute with vegan butter for dairy-free.
  • 3/4 cup Sugar Brown sugar deepens flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Almond extract can be used for a twist.
  • 2 cups Flour Consider using whole wheat for a healthier option.
  • 1 teaspoon Cardamom Cinnamon works well as an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Add more for bolder taste.
For the Cranberry Jam
  • 2 cups Cranberries Fresh cranberries provide the best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 1/2 cup Extra Sugar Optional, adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • skillet
  • mixing bowls

Method
 

How to Make Cranberry Crumble Bars
  1. Prepare Cranberry Jam: In a skillet, combine cranberries, water, and sugar. Simmer for 12-15 minutes until thickened, then cool.
  2. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  3. Prepare Loaf Pan: Grease and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
  4. Make Dough: Mix flour, cardamom, and cinnamon in a bowl. Cream together butter, sugar, and vanilla in another bowl, then combine wet and dry ingredients.
  5. Assemble Bars: Press 2/3 of the dough into the loaf pan, spread cranberry jam over it, and crumble remaining dough on top.
  6. Bake: Bake for 20-30 minutes or until golden brown.
  7. Cool: Let bars cool completely on a rack before slicing into pieces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Dust with powdered sugar for a festive touch. Adjust sugar based on taste to balance tartness.

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