Holiday Cookie Bars

Holiday Cookie Bars
70 min.
16
219kcal

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Get ready to indulge in the delightful flavors of the season with these scrumptious Holiday Cookie Bars! Perfect for festive gatherings, these bars combine the rich taste of macadamia nuts with the tartness of dried cranberries, all enhanced by a hint of fresh orange zest. Whether you're hosting a holiday party or simply looking to satisfy your sweet tooth, these cookie bars are sure to impress your family and friends.

With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can whip up a batch of these delicious treats in no time. The buttery cookie base is easy to make and bakes to a golden perfection, creating a chewy yet satisfying texture that pairs beautifully with the crunchy macadamia nuts and chewy cranberries. Each bite is a burst of flavor that captures the essence of the holidays.

Not only are these Holiday Cookie Bars a feast for the taste buds, but they also make for a stunning presentation. The vibrant colors of the cranberries and the festive aroma of orange will fill your kitchen, creating an inviting atmosphere that will have everyone reaching for seconds. So gather your loved ones, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create a holiday treat that will become a cherished tradition for years to come!

Ingredients

  • 14 oz chocolate chip cookie mix white
  • 0.7 cup butter softened
  •  eggs 
  • 0.8 cup cranberries dried
  •  orange zest grated

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Line 13x9-inch pan with foil, leaving edge hanging over 2 sides of pan. Spray foil with cooking spray.
  2. In medium bowl, mix both cookie mixes, butter and eggs. Stir in cranberries and orange peel. Pat mixture evenly in pan.
  3. Bake 22 to 25 minutes or until golden brown and just set in middle. Cool completely, at least 30 minutes.
  4. Using foil as handles, remove bars from pan.
  5. Cut edges off bars, then cut in 4 rows by 4 rows.

Nutrition Facts

Calories219kcal
Protein3.43%
Fat57.53%
Carbs39.04%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.17
Glycemic Load
7.84
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.2182608467081%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.03mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.14mg
Quercetin
0.26mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:218.68kcal
10.93%
Fat:14.24g
21.9%
Saturated Fat:7.42g
46.38%
Carbohydrates:21.73g
7.24%
Net Carbohydrates:20.66g
7.51%
Sugar:12.19g
13.54%
Cholesterol:42.78mg
14.26%
Sodium:157.99mg
6.87%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.91g
3.82%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.74%
Vitamin A:269.21IU
5.38%
Folate:19.71µg
4.93%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.43%
Fiber:1.08g
4.3%
Vitamin B3:0.54mg
2.71%
Vitamin E:0.4mg
2.66%
Selenium:1.82µg
2.61%
Phosphorus:25.93mg
2.59%
Magnesium:9.43mg
2.36%
Iron:0.42mg
2.36%
Potassium:59.38mg
1.7%
Zinc:0.21mg
1.41%
Vitamin C:1.03mg
1.25%
Vitamin B5:0.11mg
1.11%
Vitamin B12:0.06µg
1.08%
Vitamin K:1.11µg
1.06%