Cranberry Nut Bars
Delight your taste buds with these irresistible Cranberry Nut Bars, a perfect balance of tart dried cranberries and crunchy pecans or walnuts, enveloped in a buttery, golden-brown base. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this crowd-pleasing treat is easy to make and delivers a festive combination of flavors in every bite. A duo of granulated and brown sugar adds depth and richness, while vanilla extract ties everything together. These chewy, nutty bars are the ideal dessert for holiday gatherings, afternoon snacks, or even as a thoughtful homemade gift. Plus, they store beautifully, making them a make-ahead favorite! Get ready to love this quick and versatile recipe that's guaranteed to become a family favorite.
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Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.75 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 pieces large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 0.75 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 4
Add the eggs, one at a time, to the butter and sugar mixture, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Step 6
Fold in the dried cranberries and chopped nuts with a spatula until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Step 7
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the surface with a spatula.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Step 9
Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before slicing into 12 bars.
Step 10
Serve and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (889.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3608.7 |
| Total Fat 143.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 50.7g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 558mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1861.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 559.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 395.2g | |
| Protein 40.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 80IU | 0% |
| Calcium 252.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 910.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories