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Cranberry Bars

Prep Time7 minutes
Cook Time28 minutes
Chill Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 18 Servings

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F, and line a 9x13-inch with parchment paper. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl mix together the oats, flour, brown sugar, chopped pecans, baking soda, and salt. 
    2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats, 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup light brown sugar, ½ cup pecans, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon salt
  • Pour in melted butter, and combine until a crumble mixture forms. The mixture should be completely moistened with no dry patches. 
    1 cup unsalted butter
  • Press half of the crumble mixture into your baking dish, pressing firmly and evenly throughout so the crust is in an even layer. Set aside.
  • In a small saucepan combine the dried cranberries, honey, and water. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer until water has evaporated and berries are plump, about 5 minutes. 
    2 cups cranberries, 2 tablespoons honey, ½ cup water
  • Spread the cranberry mixture over the crust, smashing the berries with the back of a spoon along the way and making a gooey center. Sprinkle the remaining crumble mixture over the cranberry mixture, and press down to ensure the crumble sticks to the filling.
  • Bake for 25-28 minutes until the top is golden brown.
  • Allow the bars to cool completely before slicing and serving. See post for storage options.

Notes

*The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1 cranberry bar. Actual calories will vary.
 
*For more information, tips, and answers to frequently asked questions, please refer to the post.
 
*Photos courtesy of Meghan King Photography.
Nutrition Facts
Cranberry Bars
Serving Size
 
1 bar
Amount per Serving
Calories
240
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
13
g
20
%
Saturated Fat
 
7
g
44
%
Trans Fat
 
0.4
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
4
g
Cholesterol
 
27
mg
9
%
Sodium
 
196
mg
9
%
Potassium
 
84
mg
2
%
Carbohydrates
 
30
g
10
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
14
g
16
%
Protein
 
3
g
6
%
Vitamin A
 
324
IU
6
%
Vitamin C
 
2
mg
2
%
Calcium
 
23
mg
2
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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