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Cranberry Bliss Bars

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Delightful and healthier Cranberry Bliss Bars featuring dried cranberries and white chocolate, perfect for meal prep or a sweet indulgence.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups packed light brown sugar
  • Zest from 1 orange
  • 2 sticks unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup sweetened dried cranberries
  • 2 eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • 8 ounces softened cream cheese
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (for frosting)
  • 2 cups sifted confectioner’s sugar
  • 1/2 cup chopped sweetened dried cranberries (for topping)
  • Extra orange zest (optional for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. Line a 9 by 13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, ground ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  4. In a large bowl, massage the orange zest into the light brown sugar.
  5. Whisk in the melted butter until smooth.
  6. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition.
  7. Mix in the vanilla extract until well combined.
  8. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients gently.
  9. Gently fold in the dried cranberries and white chocolate chips.
  10. Scrape the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
  11. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the edges are slightly brown.
  12. Remove from the oven and let cool for 20 minutes in the pan.
  13. To create the frosting, cream together the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter until smooth.
  14. Gradually add in the sifted confectioner’s sugar and mix until creamy.
  15. Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled blondies.
  16. Sprinkle chopped dried cranberries and optional orange zest on top.
  17. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before cutting into triangles.

Notes

Substitute half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for added fiber. They can be frozen for up to three months.

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Keywords: Cranberry Bars, Healthy Dessert, Easy Recipe, Meal Prep, Gluten-Free Option

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