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Delicious Cranberry Bars (Perfect for Christmas)

Delicious Cranberry Bars (Perfect for Christmas)
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Delicious Cranberry Bars are the perfect festive treat to brighten up your holiday gatherings. With their vibrant cranberry flavor and rich buttery base, these bars are not only visually appealing but also easy to make. The combination of fresh cranberries and zesty orange creates a delightful burst of seasonal flavors that everyone will love. Ideal for sharing at family dinners or casual get-togethers, these bars can be made ahead of time, allowing you more time to enjoy the festivities. Involve the kids in the kitchen for some fun, and watch as these delicious bars become a holiday favorite!

Ingredients

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  • 1 3/4 cups plain flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
  • 1 stick unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 3/4 cup white sugar
  • Zest from one orange
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla essence
  • 1/2 cup full-fat sour cream
  • 2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 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, cut into 1/4-inch pieces for topping)
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla essence (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until mixed.
  3. In another bowl, beat butter, sugar, and orange zest until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs and vanilla to the butter mixture; mix well.
  5. Incorporate sour cream into the mixture, then gradually add dry ingredients. Fold in cranberries gently.
  6. Prepare the topping by mixing flour, sugar, brown sugar, salt, and cutting in cold butter until crumbly.
  7. Spread the cranberry mixture in the pan and sprinkle with topping. Bake for about 25 minutes or until golden brown.
  8. Allow cooling before cutting into squares.

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