Cranberry Bars

Vegetarian
Cranberry Bars
120 min.
12
253kcal

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Indulge in the delightful taste of homemade Cranberry Bars, a perfect vegetarian treat that will brighten up any gathering. These bars are not only visually appealing with their vibrant cranberry topping, but they also offer a harmonious blend of sweet and tart flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. With a buttery, crumbly crust that serves as the perfect base, each bite is a delightful experience.

Whether you're looking for a side dish to complement your meal or a sweet snack to enjoy with your afternoon tea, these Cranberry Bars are versatile enough to fit any occasion. The recipe is simple and straightforward, making it an excellent choice for both novice and experienced bakers alike. Plus, with a preparation time of just 120 minutes, you can whip up a batch and have them ready to serve in no time.

Not only are these bars delicious, but they also provide a satisfying caloric breakdown, with a balance of protein, fat, and carbohydrates. Perfect for sharing with friends and family, these bars can be stored in an airtight container for up to two days, ensuring that you can enjoy them at your leisure. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your loved ones with these scrumptious Cranberry Bars!

Ingredients

  • cups cranberries fresh frozen thawed (not if ;)
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • cup granulated sugar divided
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 1.5 sticks butter unsalted cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 0.3 cup water 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F with rack in middle.
  2. Line a 9-inch square baking pan with 2 crisscrossed sheets of foil, leaving an overhang on 2 opposite sides, then butter foil.
  3. Blend butter, flour, salt, and 1/2 cup granulated sugar in a food processor until mixture begins to clump together. Press into bottom of pan.
  4. Bake until pale golden and sides begin to pull away from pan, 25 to 30 minutes.
  5. While crust is baking, cook cranberries, remaining 2/3 cup granulated sugar, and water in a 2-quart heavy saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until berries burst, 6 to 8 minutes.
  6. Pour cranberries over crust and bake until edge is golden, about 25 minutes.
  7. Sift confectioners sugar over top and cool completely in pan on a rack. Lift out of pan using foil overhang and cut into 12 squares, then sift more confectioners sugar over top.
  8. Bars keep in an airtight container at room temperature 2 days.

Nutrition Facts

Calories253kcal
Protein3.71%
Fat41.09%
Carbs55.2%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.84
Glycemic Load
24.08
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
4.3960869584395%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
11.61mg
Delphinidin
1.92mg
Malvidin
0.11mg
Pelargonidin
0.08mg
Peonidin
12.29mg
Catechin
0.1mg
Epigallocatechin
0.19mg
Epicatechin
1.09mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.24mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
1.66mg
Quercetin
3.71mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:252.78kcal
12.64%
Fat:11.75g
18.07%
Saturated Fat:7.29g
45.56%
Carbohydrates:35.51g
11.84%
Net Carbohydrates:34.04g
12.38%
Sugar:17.77g
19.74%
Cholesterol:30.37mg
10.12%
Sodium:99.78mg
4.34%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.39g
4.77%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.68%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.15%
Selenium:7.33µg
10.47%
Folate:38.8µg
9.7%
Vitamin A:367.98IU
7.36%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
6.82%
Vitamin B3:1.26mg
6.31%
Fiber:1.46g
5.85%
Iron:1.04mg
5.76%
Vitamin E:0.67mg
4.47%
Vitamin C:3.5mg
4.24%
Phosphorus:28.64mg
2.86%
Copper:0.05mg
2.41%
Vitamin K:2.3µg
2.19%
Vitamin B5:0.18mg
1.81%
Magnesium:6.42mg
1.6%
Vitamin D:0.21µg
1.41%
Potassium:46.03mg
1.32%
Zinc:0.18mg
1.22%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.19%
Source:Epicurious