Best 10 Cranberry Crunch Squares Recipes

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Do you have a craving for a delightful and flavorful dessert that will impress your taste buds? Look no further than the Cranberry Crunch Squares! This classic treat combines the perfect balance of tart cranberries, a sweet streusel topping, and a buttery crust, making it an ideal dessert for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a sweet ending to your dinner party or a delightful after-school snack, this recipe will satisfy your cravings and leave you wanting more.

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CRANBERRY SQUARES



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These squares are very yummy. Try different fruits or jams to change the flavour. Note, you may replace up to half of the flour with whole wheat flour.

Provided by DRYW

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Cranberry Dessert Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 7

¾ cup white sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup butter or margarine
1 egg, beaten
2 cups cranberry sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, stir together the sugar, flour, baking powder and salt. Cut in the butter or margarine until the lumps are no larger than peas. Stir in the egg just a little bit, but allow the mixture to stay somewhat crumbly.
  • Sprinkle half of the mixture in an even layer in the bottom of a 9x13 inch pan. Pack down into a solid crust. Spread the cranberry sauce over the crust. Crumble the remaining mixture over the cranberry sauce.
  • Bake for 40 minutes in the preheated oven, until the top is golden brown. Cool before slicing into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241.5 calories, Carbohydrate 37.2 g, Cholesterol 36.8 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 206.6 mg, Sugar 24.1 g

CRANBERRY CRUNCH BARS



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This has been a cookie tradition for our family ever since I can remember. Sometimes I add 1/2 cup of raspberry jam to my cranberry sauce.

Provided by Treva Orange @dixiecooker17

Categories     Cookies

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup(s) all purpose flour
1 cup(s) quick cooking oats
1/2 cup(s) brown sugar, firmly packed
1/4 teaspoon(s) salt
1/4 teaspoon(s) baking soda
1/4 teaspoon(s) cinnamon
1/2 cup(s) walnuts, chopped
6 tablespoon(s) butter, melted
1 can(s) cranberry sauce, whole or jellied

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • The Crust: Mix the first seven ingredients. Add the butter and mix until moistened. Reserve half of the crumb mixture. Press the remaining oat mixture into the bottom of an 11x7 baking dish, coated with cooking spray.
  • Take the cranberry sauce and place on top of the crust; top with reserved crumb mixture and bake for 30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely and cut into bars. Or serve warm with vanilla ice cream on top.

CRANBERRY CRUNCH SQUARES



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Tangy, tart, sweet cranberries topped with oats and brown sugar.

Provided by Sharon Gerstman

Categories     Cranberry Desserts

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (16 ounce) can jellied cranberry sauce
2 ⅓ cups rolled oats
¾ cup all-purpose flour
1 ⅝ cups packed brown sugar
1 cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine the oats, flour, brown sugar and butter. Stir until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Spread the cranberries into the bottom of one 9x13 inch baking pan. Sprinkle crumb mixture over top.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 25 minutes. Cool and cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 393.3 calories, Carbohydrate 60.4 g, Cholesterol 40.7 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 129.2 mg, Sugar 43.2 g

CRANBERRY CRUMB BARS



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This family favorite from Charlene Baert of Winnipeg, Manitoba features cream cheese and cranberry fillings, a tender crust and a nutty crunch.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 12-15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar
3/4 cup butter, cubed
FILLING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
TOPPING:
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/4 cup butter, cubed
3/4 cup finely chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine flour and confectioners' sugar; cut in the butter until crumbly. Press into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. , In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add milk and lemon juice. Pour over crust. In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch and brown sugar. Stir in the cranberry sauce until combined. Spoon over cream cheese layer. For topping, combine the flour and brown sugar in a bowl; cut in butter. Fold in walnuts. Sprinkle over filling., Bake at 325° for 40-45 minutes or until topping is golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 407 calories, Fat 23g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 210mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

CRANBERRY SQUARES



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Real quick and easy to make! I got this recipe from an acquaintance at a boardgame night. The original recipe called for walnuts, but I think pecans are a more complementary flavor. These cranberry bars are delicious, with a delightful balance of sweet and tart. Don't count on leftovers - these moist squares get gobbled right up!

Provided by Divaconviva

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 55m

Yield 24 Bars

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 cups flour
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 cup butter, Softened
2 eggs, Beaten
2 cups raw cranberries, left whole
1 cup pecans, Chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  • Grease a 9" x 13" Pan.
  • Mix the butter with the sugar, and add the eggs and flour.
  • Stir in the cranberries and pecans.
  • Pour batter into greased pan, spreading out evenly.
  • Bake at 325 degrees for 45 - 50 minutes.
  • Cool. Cut into squares. At Christmas-time, you can add chopped green candied cherries. These also freeze well.

CRANBERRY CRUNCH CAKE



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New Jersey is known for its cranberries, and this cake is a delicious way to use them. The marshmallows melt and seep through the cake, making it moist and very tasty. It's great for brunch or just with a cup of coffee! -Adelaide Krumm, Manasquan, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup cranberries
1-1/2 cups miniature marshmallows
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1/2 cup chopped pecans
2 tablespoons melted butter

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs; beat until well combined. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt. Add flour mixture alternately with milk and vanilla to egg mixture. Fold in cranberries. Spread batter in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with marshmallows; press into batter. Sprinkle with brown sugar and nuts. Drizzle with melted butter. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 229mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CRANBERRY CRUMB SQUARES



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Make and share this Cranberry Crumb Squares recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Ed Paulhus

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h20m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup butter, softened (175 mL)
1/3 cup icing sugar (75 mL)
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (375 mL)
1 (250 g) package cream cheese, softened
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1/4 cup lemon juice (50 mL)
3 tablespoons brown sugar, packed, divided (45 mL)
2 tablespoons cornstarch (30 mL)
1 (14 ounce) can cranberry sauce
1/3 cup all-purpose flour (75 mL)
1/4 cup butter, cold (50 mL)
3/4 cup walnuts, chopped (175 mL)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C). Cream together soft butter and icing sugar until fluffy.
  • Gradually stir in 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) flour.
  • Press onto bottom of 13 x 9-inch (3.5 L) baking pan.
  • Bake about 15 minutes or until lightly browned.
  • Reduce temperature to 325 degrees (160 degrees C). In large mixer bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy.
  • Gradually beat in condensed milk until smooth.
  • Stir in ReaLemon.
  • Pour over prepared crust.
  • In small bowl, combine 1 tablespoons (15 mL) of the brown sugar and cornstarch; mix well.
  • Stir in cranberry sauce. Spoon evenly over cheese mixture. In medium mixing bowl, combine remaining brown sugar and 1/3 cup (75 mL) flour.
  • Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Stir in nuts.
  • Sprinkle evenly over cranberry mixture.
  • Bake 45 to 50 minute or until bubbly and golden.
  • Cool.
  • Serve warm or chilled.
  • Cover leftovers; refrigerate.

CRANBERRY CRUMB BARS



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Celebrate the season with cranberry bars! They're super easy to make and can be cut into mini squares, just right for a dessert tray.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 4h

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup ground slivered almonds
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup cold butter
1 egg
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
1 cup sugar
Juice of 1/2 orange (4 teaspoons)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Grease 13x9-inch pan with butter or cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, mix flour, 1 cup sugar, the almonds, baking powder and salt. Cut in butter, using pastry blender (or pulling 2 table knives through ingredients in opposite directions), until mixture looks like coarse crumbs. Stir in egg. Press 2 1/2 cups of crumb mixture in bottom of pan. Stir cinnamon into remaining crumb mixture; set aside.
  • In medium bowl, stir all filling ingredients. Spoon evenly over crust. Spoon reserved crumb mixture evenly over filling.
  • Bake 45 to 55 minutes or until top is light golden brown. Cool completely. Refrigerate until chilled. Cut into 6 rows by 4 rows. Store tightly covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 105 mg, Sugar 18 g, TransFat 0 g

CRANBERRY SQUARES



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Brandied cranberry sauce makes a delicious filling for these brown sugar-oat squares. We can almost guarantee they'll become an instant family favorite.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 45m

Yield Makes 24 servings, 1 square each.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1-1/2 cups quick-cooking oats
1-1/2 cups flour
1 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
1 tsp. baking powder
3/4 cup (1-1/2 sticks) cold butter, softened
1 cup Brandied Cranberry Sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Mix oats, flour, sugar and baking powder in large bowl. Cut in butter with pastry blender or 2 knives until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Press 2/3 of the oat mixture firmly onto bottom of 9-inch square baking dish; top with Brandied Cranberry Sauce. Sprinkle with remaining oat mixture.
  • Bake 30 minutes or until topping is lightly browned. Cool completely on wire rack. Cut into 24 squares to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 65 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 2 g

CRANBERRY-LEMON SQUARES



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These tart squares use lemon and dried cranberries instead of fresh, so you can make them for dessert any time of year.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Yield Makes about 16

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into 12 pieces, plus more for pan
1 1/2 cups dried cranberries, (about 7 ounces, available at specialty-food stores)
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar, plus more for dusting
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup freshly squeezed plus 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice, (about 3 lemons)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Butter an 8-inch square baking pan, and set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries and 2 cups water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium, and cook, stirring occasionally, until water has been absorbed, about 25 minutes.
  • Transfer cranberry mixture to bowl of a food processor; chop coarsely. Transfer to a bowl, and set aside.
  • In bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine confectioners' sugar and 3/4 cup flour. Add butter, beating on low speed until mixture forms pea-size pieces. Press batter into baking pan.
  • Bake until golden, about 20 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool.
  • Beat eggs and granulated sugar until smooth. Add lemon juice; beat to combine. Add remaining 1/4 cup flour, and beat to combine; set lemon mixture aside.
  • Reduce oven temperature to 300 degrees. Spread cranberry mixture over cooked crust. Pour lemon mixture over the cranberry mixture. Bake until set, about 40 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool, 40 minutes. Chill 4 hours. To serve, cut into squares, and dust with confectioners' sugar.

Tips:

  • For a chewier texture, use quick-cooking oats instead of old-fashioned oats.
  • Be sure to chill the cranberry mixture before adding it to the squares, as this will help to prevent the squares from becoming too dry.
  • If you don't have any lemon juice, you can substitute white vinegar.
  • If you want to add a little more sweetness to the squares, you can sprinkle some powdered sugar on top before serving.
  • These squares can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Conclusion:

Cranberry Crunch Squares are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with a simple mixture of oats, butter, sugar, and flour, and then topped with a tangy cranberry mixture. These squares are a great way to use up leftover cranberries, and they are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. If you are looking for a delicious and festive dessert, Cranberry Crunch Squares are the perfect choice.

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