Cranberry Dessert
Indulge in the sweet-tart perfection of this Cranberry Dessert, a crowd-pleasing treat perfect for holidays and gatherings. Featuring a vibrant filling of fresh cranberries gently simmered with orange zest and sugar, this dessert is the ultimate balance of tanginess and sweetness. A buttery, golden crust made from rolled oats, brown sugar, and flour sets the stage for a luscious cranberry layer, topped with a crumbly, crunchy streusel. Easy to prepare in just under an hour, this dessert slices beautifully into bars, making it a convenient choice for serving a crowd. Whether as a festive Thanksgiving dessert or a cozy wintertime snack, these cranberry crumb bars are a delightful way to showcase the season's best flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Fresh cranberries
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Old-fashioned rolled oats
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar (packed)
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easier removal.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the fresh cranberries, granulated sugar, and orange zest. Cook until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens, about 8-10 minutes. Stir frequently. Once thickened, remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, rolled oats, and brown sugar. Mix well.
Melt the unsalted butter and add it to the dry ingredients. Stir until the mixture forms moist crumbs.
Take about two-thirds of the crumb mixture and press it firmly into the prepared baking pan to form the crust layer.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and vanilla extract into the slightly cooled cranberry mixture. Spread the cranberry filling evenly over the crust layer.
Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the top of the cranberry filling, pressing down gently.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
Remove from oven and let cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, slice into bars for serving.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3905 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.0 g | 135% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.4 g | 287% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 66 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 735.3 g | 267% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.7 g | 131% | |
| Total Sugars | 444.0 g | ||
| Protein | 38.2 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 247 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 16.5 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 1239 mg | 26% | |
*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.
