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cranberry bliss bars

These delightful cranberry bliss bars feature a moist, spiced cake base topped with a sweet cream cheese frosting and a sprinkle of dried cranberries. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a sweet treat any time of year.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 electric mixer
  • 1 measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 baking pan (9x13 inches)
  • 1 parchment paper
  • 1 spatula

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar Adjust according to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons dried cranberries, for topping

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line the baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and ginger until well combined.
  • In another bowl, beat the softened butter, eggs, and vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Fold in the chopped dried cranberries and white chocolate chips.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Bake for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • While the bars are baking, make the cream cheese frosting. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and creamy.
  • Once the bars are done baking, allow them to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.
  • Sprinkle the additional dried cranberries on top of the frosting for decoration.
  • Cut the bars into 12 squares and serve.

Notes

Adjust the sweetness of the frosting by adding more or less powdered sugar according to your taste.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.