Best 4 Cranberry Cheese Bars Recipes

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Indulge your taste buds with the delightful Cranberry Cheese Bars, a heavenly combination of tart, tangy cranberries and smooth, creamy cheesecake filling. These delectable bars are perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a festive gathering or simply craving a sweet treat. With their vibrant red hue and irresistible flavors, these bars are sure to impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY OAT CREAM CHEESE BARS



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Make and share this Cranberry Oat Cream Cheese Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by OceanIvy

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h10m

Yield 36 bars

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups flour
1 1/2 cups oats
3/4 cup brown sugar, plus
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 cup butter, softened
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1/4 cup ReaLemon juice
1 (16 ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce
2 tablespoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • With mixer beat flour, oats, 3/4 cup sugar & butter until crumbly.
  • Reserve 1 1/2 cups of mixture. Press remaining crumbs into a greased 13x9-inch pan.
  • Bake 15 minutes until lightly brown. Beat cheese until fluffy and then beat in condensed milk until smooth.
  • Stir in lemon juice and spread over crust.
  • Combine cranberry, cornstarch and 1 tablespoon brown sugar; spoon over cheese layer.
  • Top with remaining crumbs.
  • Bake approx 45 minutes, until golden brown.
  • Let cool and cut into bars.

CRANBERRY CHEESE BARS



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A holiday bar cookie using cranberry sauce

Provided by Peggy McCormack

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Cranberry Dessert Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups rolled oats
¾ cup brown sugar
1 cup butter, softened
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
¼ cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 (16 ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, oats and 3/4 cup of brown sugar. Cut in the butter until the mixture is crumbly. Reserve 1 1/2 cups of this mixture and press the remaining mixture into the bottom of a 9x13 inch pan.
  • Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat cream cheese with sweetened condensed milk until light and fluffy. Stir in the lemon juice and spread the mixture evenly over the prepared crust. Empty the can of cranberry sauce into a small bowl and stir in the cornstarch and brown sugar. Spoon over the cream cheese layer. Sprinkle the top with the reserved crust mixture.
  • Bake for 35 to 40 minutes in the preheated oven, until top is golden. Let cool completely before cutting into bars. Store covered in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259.1 calories, Carbohydrate 33.3 g, Cholesterol 36.2 mg, Fat 12.8 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 108.9 mg, Sugar 18.5 g

CRANBERRY BARS WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



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These bars are incredible. They are so rich with a shortbread like taste and the yummy cream cheese frosting on top. Even if you are not a big cranberry fan you will like these! A co-worker brought these to work and I kept sneaking more througout the day. I love them chilled. They are good anytime of year, but I especially love to make them in the fall and at Christmas.

Provided by Amykins

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 55m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 eggs, well beaten
1 1/4 cups sugar
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup Butter Flavor Crisco
1 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups fresh cranberries
1 teaspoon vanilla
frosting
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
1 teaspoon milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Cream sugar and butter, add eggs.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients, batter will be very stiff.
  • Spread in a greased 13x9 pan.
  • Bake 40 to 45 minutes at 350 (325 if using a glass pan).
  • Spread frosting on when cool.
  • They are really good chilled before serving.

CRANBERRY BARS WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



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When I place a pan of these bars in the teachers' lounge and come back after the last bell, the pan is always empty. I'd say that's a good thing. White chocolate chips and cranberries make them extra special. -Mirella Hackett, Chandler, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 18

3/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs
3/4 cup sour cream
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup white baking chips
1 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
FROSTING:
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually beat in eggs, sour cream and extracts. In a small bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Fold in baking chips, cranberries and walnuts. Spread into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan., Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 25-30 minutes. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack., For frosting, in a small bowl, beat cream cheese, butter and vanilla until smooth. Beat in confectioners' sugar; spread over top. Sprinkle with cranberries. Cut into bars or triangles. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 77mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips

1. **Use fresh or frozen cranberries.** Fresh cranberries are best, but frozen cranberries will work just fine. If using frozen cranberries, thaw them before using. 2. **Don't overcook the cranberry filling.** The filling should be cooked until it is thickened and bubbly, but not so long that it becomes too thick or loses its tartness. 3. **Let the bars cool completely before cutting them.** This will help them to hold their shape and prevent them from falling apart. 4. **Serve the bars chilled or at room temperature.** They are delicious either way!

Conclusion

Cranberry cheese bars are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you prefer a tart or sweet filling, or a thick or thin crust, there is a cranberry cheese bar recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a special dessert, give cranberry cheese bars a try. You won't be disappointed!

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