Gourmet Cranberry Bliss Bars

Gourmet Cranberry Bliss Bars

120 mins
medium
18 servings

Indulge in these decadent cranberry bliss bars, bursting with fresh cranberries and a creamy white chocolate frosting. Perfect for any occasion.

BarsCranberryDessertWhite Chocolate

Equipment Needed

  • 9x13 inch Baking Pan
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk

Ingredients

  • 1.00 cupGranulated Sugar(For sweetness)
  • 1.00 tablespoonOrange Zest(For vibrant flavor)
  • 1.00 cupPacked Dark Brown Sugar(Adds depth of flavor)
  • 1.00 cupUnsalted Butter(Melted and cooled)
  • 2.00 Large Eggs(Room temperature)
  • 1.00 tablespoonVanilla Extract(For aroma)
  • 2.25 cupsAll-Purpose Flour(For structure)
  • 1.00 teaspoonBaking Powder(For lift)
  • 1.00 teaspoonCornstarch(For texture)
  • 1.00 teaspoonSalt(Enhances flavors)
  • 0.25 teaspoonGround Cinnamon(For warmth)
  • 1.00 cupWhite Chocolate Chips(For richness)
  • 1.00 cupDried Cranberries(Chopped)
  • 1.00 tablespoonCoconut Oil(For melting)
  • 8.00 ozFull-Fat Cream Cheese(Softened)
  • 1.50 cupsPowdered Sugar(For sweetness)

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

Combine granulated sugar and orange zest in a bowl. Rub together to release oils.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

3

Add brown sugar and mix well.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

4

Pour in melted butter and whisk until combined.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

5

Whisk in eggs and vanilla extract.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

6

Combine dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, cornstarch, salt, cinnamon) and mix until just combined.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

7

Fold in cranberries and white chocolate chips.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

8

Spread batter evenly in the prepared pan.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

9

Bake for 23-25 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Estimated time: 25 minutes

10

Let cool completely.

Estimated time: 30 minutes

11

Melt white chocolate chips and coconut oil in microwave.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

12

Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and orange zest until smooth.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

13

Mix half of the melted white chocolate into the cream cheese mixture.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

14

Spread evenly over cooled bars.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

15

Sprinkle with chopped dried cranberries and drizzle remaining melted chocolate over the frosting. Garnish with extra orange zest.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

16

Refrigerate for 30 minutes to set. Cut and serve.

Estimated time: 30 minutes