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Delicious Cranberry Bars

Delicious Cranberry Bars (Perfect for Christmas)
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Indulge in the festive delight of Delicious Cranberry Bars, the perfect dessert for your holiday gatherings! These bars combine the vibrant tartness of fresh cranberries with a hint of sweet orange zest, all topped with a buttery crumble that adds an irresistible crunch. Ideal for any occasion, from cozy family dinners to lively holiday parties, these bars are incredibly easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time. With their beautiful presentation and delightful flavor, they are sure to impress your guests and become a staple in your holiday baking repertoire.

Ingredients

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  • 1 3/4 cups plain flour
  • 3/4 cup white sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 stick unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • Zest from one orange
  • 2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla essence
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
  • 1 cup plain flour (for topping)
  • 3/4 cup white sugar (for topping)
  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar (for topping)
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine salt (for topping)
  • 1 stick unsalted butter (cold, for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream together room temperature butter and white sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add orange zest, eggs, and vanilla essence; mix until fully incorporated.
  5. Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until just mixed.
  6. Gently fold in cranberries using a rubber spatula.
  7. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and evenly sprinkle with topping mixture made from flour, sugars, salt, and cold butter cut into crumbs.
  8. Bake for about 25 minutes or until golden brown on top. Allow cooling before slicing.

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