Description
Cranberry Crumble Bars are a delightful fusion of sweet and tart flavors, perfect for any occasion. With a buttery crumble topping that melts in your mouth and a vibrant cranberry filling, these bars are an irresistible treat. Ideal for gatherings or cozy afternoons, they come together quickly and can be customized with different fruits or nuts. Experience the warm nostalgia of homemade desserts with every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan, combine fresh cranberries, sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon over medium heat. Cook until cranberries burst and form a thick sauce (about 10 minutes).
- In a large bowl, mix flour, oats, brown sugar, salt, and melted butter until crumbly.
- Spread half the crumble mixture in the prepared baking dish, pour cranberry filling on top, then sprinkle remaining crumble over it.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Let cool before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg