White Chocolate Cranberry Bars
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness with these delectable White Chocolate Cranberry Bars. Bursting with chewy dried cranberries and creamy white chocolate chips, these buttery dessert bars are incredibly easy to make and come together in just 40 minutes. A drizzle of melted white chocolate adds an elegant finish, making them ideal for holiday gatherings, festive parties, or satisfying your everyday sweet tooth. With a golden-brown edge and a soft, cookie-like center, every bite delivers a delicious contrast of textures. Whether served as a treat for guests or tucked into a lunchbox, these bars are sure to impress. Plus, they store beautifully for up to five days, making them as practical as they are irresistible.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.75 cup unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 pieces large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 4 ounces white chocolate bar (for drizzle, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal later, and lightly grease it.
In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Let it cool slightly, then whisk in the granulated sugar and light brown sugar until smooth and well combined.
Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the sugar mixture and whisk until creamy.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in the dried cranberries and white chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Spread the dough evenly into the prepared pan using a spatula. Smooth the top to create an even surface.
Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs. Avoid overbaking.
Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Use the parchment paper overhang to lift them out once cooled.
If desired, melt the white chocolate bar in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth. Drizzle the melted white chocolate over the bars for an extra decorative touch.
Cut the bars into 16 squares and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4878 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 192.8 g | 247% | |
| Saturated Fat | 115.6 g | 578% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 618 mg | 206% | |
| Sodium | 1370 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 751.4 g | 273% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.3 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 531.6 g | ||
| Protein | 57.6 g | 115% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 804 mg | 62% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 1758 mg | 37% | |
*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.
