Cranberry Caramel Bars

Get ready to fall in love with these irresistible Cranberry Caramel Bars—a perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and buttery goodness! Featuring a buttery oat crust, a luscious homemade cranberry filling, and a rich caramel drizzle, these bars are the ultimate dessert for the holiday season or any time of the year. The crumbly topping adds an extra layer of texture and complements the vibrant cranberries and velvety caramel. With a prep time of just 20 minutes, these bars strike the perfect balance between rustic charm and gourmet flair. Whether you're hosting a festive gathering or looking for a sweet treat to brighten your day, Cranberry Caramel Bars deliver a flawless medley of flavors in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 230 grams Unsalted butter
• 150 grams Granulated sugar
• 160 grams Brown sugar, packed
• 300 grams All-purpose flour
• 120 grams Old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 60 milliliters Heavy cream
• 300 grams Fresh or frozen cranberries
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large saucepan, melt 230 grams of unsalted butter over medium heat. Once melted, stir in 150 grams of granulated sugar, 160 grams of packed brown sugar, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract. Mix until the sugars dissolve.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine 300 grams of all-purpose flour, 120 grams of old-fashioned rolled oats, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Pour the melted butter and sugar mixture into the bowl and stir until a crumbly dough forms.

Step 4

Press two-thirds of the crumb mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan, setting aside the remaining one-third for later. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove it from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 5

In a medium saucepan, combine 300 grams of cranberries, 2 tablespoons of honey, 2 tablespoons of water, and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Cook over medium heat until the cranberries break down and the mixture thickens, about 10 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 6

To make the caramel sauce, wipe out the saucepan you used for the crumb mixture. Combine 160 grams of packed brown sugar, 60 milliliters of heavy cream, and 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens, about 5–7 minutes.

Step 7

Spread the cooked cranberry mixture evenly over the pre-baked crust. Drizzle the caramel sauce on top, spreading evenly with the back of a spoon or a spatula. Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture over the cranberries and caramel.

Step 8

Bake the assembled bars in the oven for 30–35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and crisp.

Step 9

Remove the pan from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack. Once cooled, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment overhang. Cut into squares or rectangles as desired.

Step 10

Serve and enjoy! Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1414.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4917.6

Total Fat 229.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 129.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 569.3mg	0%
Sodium 2472.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 696.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.0g	0%
Total Sugars 357.2g
Protein 49.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 312.0mg	0%
Iron 20.5mg	0%
Potassium 1313.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.9%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 55.2%