What makes cranberry crumble bars a good holiday dessert?

Cranberry crumble bars offer a perfect balance of tartness from the cranberries and sweetness from the crumble, making them a festive and delightful treat for the holiday season. Their warm, comforting flavors like cinnamon and butter evoke feelings of nostalgia and coziness.

Can I use frozen cranberries for cranberry crumble bars?

Yes, you can definitely use frozen cranberries for cranberry crumble bars. Be sure to thaw and drain them well before using so they don't add too much excess moisture to the bars.

How do I store cranberry crumble bars?

Store cranberry crumble bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week. They can also be frozen for longer storage; just wrap them tightly before freezing.

What can I serve with cranberry crumble bars?

Cranberry crumble bars are delicious on their own, but they also pair well with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, a dollop of whipped cream, or a drizzle of caramel sauce. A warm cup of coffee or tea also complements the flavors nicely.

7 Best Cranberry Crumble Bars Recipes: Ultimate Holiday Guide

Name: Cranberry Crumble Bars: The BEST Holiday Blondies Recipe EVER
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter; 1 cup packed light brown sugar; 1 large egg; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional); 1 1/4 cups all purpose flour; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries; **Crumble Topping:**; 1/2 cup all purpose flour; 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes

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These cranberry crumble bars are a delightful dessert featuring a buttery blondie base, tart cranberries, and a crumbly streusel topping. Perfect for holiday baking!

Ingredients

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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
1 1/4 cups all purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
**Crumble Topping:**
1/2 cup all purpose flour
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. Brown the Butter: In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Cook, swirling, until golden brown and nutty (5-7 mins). Let cool slightly.
3. Blondie Base: Whisk browned butter and brown sugar until combined. Add egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using).
4. Combine Dry Ingredients: Whisk flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients; mix until just combined.
5. Fold in Cranberries: Gently fold in cranberries.
6. Crumble Topping: Combine flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in cold butter until coarse crumbs form.
7. Assemble: Press blondie batter into the pan. Sprinkle crumble topping evenly.
8. Bake: Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
9. Cool: Cool completely before lifting out and cutting into squares.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Calories: 280
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 40mg