Cranberry Bars

Health score
1%
Cranberry Bars
70 min.
15
342kcal

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Are you ready to indulge in a delicious treat that perfectly balances sweet and tart flavors? These Cranberry Bars are the ideal addition to any gathering, whether you're hosting a festive antipasti platter or simply enjoying a quiet afternoon snack. With a vibrant burst of whole cranberries nestled between a buttery, crumbly crust, each bite offers a delightful experience that will leave your taste buds craving more.

What makes these bars truly special is not just the combination of flavors, but also the ease with which you can prepare them. In under 70 minutes, you’ll have a batch of warm, gooey cranberry delights ready to impress your family and friends. The harmonious blend of cinnamon and ginger adds a cozy touch that makes these bars perfect for the fall season or any occasion that calls for a little comfort food.

With only a handful of ingredients, this recipe is simple enough for novice bakers but satisfying enough to thrill the most experienced chefs. And at just 342 calories per serving, you can enjoy a guilt-free treat that's packed with flavor. Whether served as an appetizer, starter, or snack, these Cranberry Bars are sure to steal the show at your next event. So, roll up your sleeves, and let’s get baking!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup butter melted
  • 12 ounce cranberries whole
  •  eggs 
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • teaspoon ground ginger 
  • 0.8 cup brown sugar light packed
  • cup rolled oats 
  • 0.8 cup water 
  • cup sugar white
  • 18.3 ounce duncan hines classic decadent cake mix yellow

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the cranberries, white sugar, and water. Cook, stirring occasionally until all of the cranberries have popped, and the mixture is thick, about 15 minutes.
  2. Remove from heat, and set aside to cool.
  3. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  4. In a large bowl, mix together the cake mix, melted butter, and eggs. Stir in the oats, brown sugar, ginger and cinnamon. Set aside about 1 1/2 cups of the mixture, and spread the rest into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Pack down to form a solid crust, getting it as even as possible.
  5. Spread the cooled cranberry mixture over the crust. Pinch off pieces of the remaining mixture and place evenly over the cranberry layer.
  6. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes in the preheated oven, until the top is lightly browned. Cool in the pan for about 40 minutes before slicing into bars.

Nutrition Facts

Calories342kcal
Protein3.4%
Fat28.78%
Carbs67.82%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.01
Glycemic Load
11.42
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
5.8400000074635%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
10.53mg
Delphinidin
1.74mg
Malvidin
0.1mg
Pelargonidin
0.07mg
Peonidin
11.15mg
Catechin
0.09mg
Epigallocatechin
0.17mg
Epicatechin
0.99mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.22mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
1.5mg
Quercetin
3.37mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:341.53kcal
17.08%
Fat:11.15g
17.16%
Saturated Fat:6.64g
41.51%
Carbohydrates:59.13g
19.71%
Net Carbohydrates:57.26g
20.82%
Sugar:39.97g
44.41%
Cholesterol:46.23mg
15.41%
Sodium:337.04mg
14.65%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.96g
5.92%
Manganese:0.42mg
21.03%
Phosphorus:146.67mg
14.67%
Calcium:94.52mg
9.45%
Fiber:1.87g
7.46%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.42%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.35%
Folate:28.64µg
7.16%
Selenium:4.82µg
6.89%
Iron:1.23mg
6.81%
Vitamin A:329.36IU
6.59%
Vitamin E:0.97mg
6.45%
Vitamin B3:0.92mg
4.59%
Vitamin C:3.18mg
3.86%
Vitamin B5:0.37mg
3.71%
Magnesium:14.67mg
3.67%
Copper:0.07mg
3.6%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
3.04%
Vitamin K:3.1µg
2.95%
Zinc:0.41mg
2.73%
Potassium:81.97mg
2.34%
Vitamin B12:0.11µg
1.77%
Source:Allrecipes