Best 11 Cranberry Pear Crumble Bars Recipes

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In the realm of delectable treats, cranberry pear crumble bars stand out as a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're seeking a delightful dessert to grace your dinner table or a sweet snack to satisfy your cravings, these exquisite bars offer a perfect blend of tart cranberries, juicy pears, and a crispy oat crumble topping. Embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets of creating the ultimate cranberry pear crumble bars, ensuring that each bite transports you to a world of pure indulgence.

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CRANBERRY-PEAR CRUMBLE BARS



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Sweet pears and tart cranberries pair perfectly in these treats, which are part bar cookie, and part fruit crisp. Here, both crust and crumble topping are made from the same almond flour-rolled oat mixture mixture, giving it a nutty flavor. Precooking the filling allows the fruit to soften and release some juices ahead of time so the bottom crust stays nice and crisp. The result is a chewy, fruity cookie that just as easily a perfect afternoon snack as it is a paired with some ice cream for dessert. Choose pears that are on the firm side of ripe: Comice and Anjou both work great.

Provided by Yossy Arefi

Categories     cookies and bars, dessert

Time 1h

Yield One 9x9-inch pan

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound/454 grams pears (2 large), ripe but firm
2 cups/200 grams fresh cranberries
1/2 cup/101 grams granulated sugar
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger
2 cups/256 grams all-purpose flour
1 cup/220 grams light brown sugar, packed
1 cup/112 grams almond flour
1 cup/99 grams rolled oats
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup/227 grams unsalted butter, melted and cooled
1/2 teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees and line a 9x9-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  • Prepare filling: Peel, core and chop the pears into 1/2-inch pieces. You should have about 2 1/2 cups of chopped pears. Add pears, cranberries, sugar and orange juice to a heavy-bottomed skillet or saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil and cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally until pears soften, cranberries burst, and juices are thickened and jammy, 7 to 10 minutes. Add vanilla, orange zest and fresh ginger and stir to combine. Remove from heat and let cool while you prepare the crust.
  • Prepare crust and crumble: In a large bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, almond flour, oats and salt. Stir to combine. Add butter and almond extract, and stir until crumbs are well moistened.
  • Reserve about 2 1/2 cups/360 grams of the mixture for the topping. Pour remaining crumbs into prepared dish and press them into an even layer. Bake the crust until golden, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Spoon filling (it's O.K. if it's still warm) evenly over the hot crust, top with reserved crumbs, and return pan to oven. Bake until golden, 20 to 25 minutes. Let the bars cool slightly before cutting and serving.

CRANBERRY-PEAR CRISP



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 1h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound cranberries (thawed if frozen)
1 cup dried cranberries
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 firm pears (such as Bosc), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch of ground allspice
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup pecans, chopped
1/4 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 stick unsalted butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Combine the fresh and dried cranberries in a large bowl. Add 1 cup sugar, 3 tablespoons water and the vanilla and toss to coat. Lightly smash with a potato masher or fork to burst some of the cranberries. Add the pears, cinnamon, allspice and 2 tablespoons flour and toss to coat. Transfer to a 3-quart baking dish.
  • Make the topping: Mix the remaining 1 cup flour, the pecans, oats, the remaining 1/2 cup sugar and the salt in a medium bowl, then stir in the melted butter. Use your fingers to pinch the topping into small clumps and sprinkle it over the fruit.
  • Bake until the fruit is bubbling and the topping is golden brown, about 40 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.

CRANBERRY PEAR CRUMBLE BARS (VEGAN AND GLUTEN-FREE)



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Provided by Heather Christo

Time 1h15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 28

12 ounces cranberries
1 cup peeled and chopped pears
Juice of one blood orange or navel orange
1 teaspoons cinnamon
½ teaspoon ginger
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
1 cup water
Crust:
3 cups gluten-free 1:1 flour (I use Bob's Red Mill gluten-free 1:1 baking flour in the light blue bag)
1 ½ cups sugar
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 cup vegan butter
1 tablespoon vanilla
12 ounces cranberries
1 cup peeled and chopped pears
Juice of one blood orange or navel orange
1 teaspoons cinnamon
½ teaspoon ginger
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
1 cup water
Crust:
3 cups gluten-free 1:1 flour (I use Bob's Red Mill gluten-free 1:1 baking flour in the light blue bag)
1 ½ cups sugar
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 cup vegan butter
1 tablespoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Prepare a quarter sheetpan with sides with a sheet of parchment paper to line it.
  • For the Cranberry-Pear filling:
  • In a medium pot over medium heat add the cranberries, pear, orange juice, spices and the water. Bring the mixture to a simmer and continue to cook over low heat for about 20-25 minutes until the mixture is bubbling and has broken down into a jam texture and thickened up quite a bit. Let the filling cool while you prepare the crust. As it cools, it will continue to thicken up.
  • For the crust:
  • In the bowl of a food processor, combine the Gf flour, sugar, salt and nutmeg until well combined. Add the vanilla and the cold vegan butter chunks and then run the food processor until the dough comes together in a crumbly way.
  • Dump ⅔ rds of the crust mixture, which will be very crumbly dough, into the prepared sheet pan. Use the bottom of a glass or measuring cup and pack the dough down flat until you have a smooth crust. Set the other ⅓ rd of the dough aside.
  • Pour the cranberry-pear filling onto the crust and spread the filling evenly around. Next, sprinkle the remaining dough in crumbles over the top of the cranberry-pear filling.
  • I placed the quarter sheetpan on a half sheetpan to make it easier to take in and out of the oven. Bake the bars for 40 minutes until the crumbs on top are lightly golden.
  • I let the bars cool slightly and then you can slice them and serve warm. If you are making these ahead of time and want really clean edges, I suggest freezing the bars for a few hours or even overnight before you slice them. They can quickly thaw before you serve. These are best stored in the freezer if you make them ahead.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Prepare a quarter sheetpan with sides with a sheet of parchment paper to line it.
  • For the Cranberry-Pear filling:
  • In a medium pot over medium heat add the cranberries, pear, orange juice, spices and the water. Bring the mixture to a simmer and continue to cook over low heat for about 20-25 minutes until the mixture is bubbling and has broken down into a jam texture and thickened up quite a bit. Let the filling cool while you prepare the crust. As it cools, it will continue to thicken up.
  • For the crust:
  • In the bowl of a food processor, combine the Gf flour, sugar, salt and nutmeg until well combined. Add the vanilla and the cold vegan butter chunks and then run the food processor until the dough comes together in a crumbly way.
  • Dump ⅔ rds of the crust mixture, which will be very crumbly dough, into the prepared sheet pan. Use the bottom of a glass or measuring cup and pack the dough down flat until you have a smooth crust. Set the other ⅓ rd of the dough aside.
  • Pour the cranberry-pear filling onto the crust and spread the filling evenly around. Next, sprinkle the remaining dough in crumbles over the top of the cranberry-pear filling.
  • I placed the quarter sheetpan on a half sheetpan to make it easier to take in and out of the oven. Bake the bars for 40 minutes until the crumbs on top are lightly golden.
  • I let the bars cool slightly and then you can slice them and serve warm. If you are making these ahead of time and want really clean edges, I suggest freezing the bars for a few hours or even overnight before you slice them. They can quickly thaw before you serve. These are best stored in the freezer if you make them ahead.

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

PEAR CRANBERRY CRUMBLE



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Our Test Kitchen cooks got creative with this crumble. Pears provide a tasty change of pace from apples and other fruits that are more commonly used in pies and desserts. Cranberries add color, and spiced-up oats top off this old-fashioned dessert with a yummy crunch.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup unsweetened apple juice
1/3 cup dried cranberries
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 firm ripe pears, peeled, cored and cut into 12 slices
3 tablespoons sugar
1/3 cup quick-cooking oats
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 tablespoons cold butter

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the apple juice, cranberries and vanilla; let stand for 15 minutes. Arrange pear slices in an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with sugar. Pour apple juice mixture over pears., In a bowl, combine the oats brown sugar, all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, cinnamon and nutmeg. Cut in butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over pears. Bake, uncovered at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until pears are tender and tipping is golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 43mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

SNAPPY PEAR AND CRANBERRY CRUMBLE



Snappy Pear and Cranberry Crumble image

Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup finely crushed gingersnap cookies
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
4 pounds pears, peeled, cored and sliced 1/4 inch thick (8 to 10 medium)
1 1/2 cups chopped dried cranberries
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
2 teaspoons orange zest plus 2 tablespoons orange juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Butter, softened, for buttering the baking dish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • For the crumble: Mix the flour, gingersnap crumbs, brown sugar, granulated sugar and salt in a large bowl. Stir in the melted butter until the mixture has a crumbly texture.
  • For the filling: In a separate large bowl, combine the pear slices, cranberries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, orange zest and juice and vanilla.
  • Brush a 2-quart baking dish with softened butter. Pour the fruit mixture into the bottom of the prepared dish, and sprinkle the gingersnap crumble evenly over the top. Bake until golden brown and bubbly, 40 to 45 minutes.

PEAR-CRANBERRY CRUMBLE-CRISP



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I created this to have a little bit healthier dessert and use some fresh pears I had. My family enjoyed it, and I wanted to post it before I forget! Make sure to use ripe, juicy pears. Great served with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Provided by TexasToast R

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 large pears, peeled and sliced
1/2 cup fresh cranberries
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/8 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup whole wheat pastry flour
3/4 cup oats (old fashioned is good)
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4-1/2 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • In a bowl, toss pears with cornstarch. Add in cranberries, vanilla and brown sugar and stir gently to coat pears. Pour into an 8x8 pan.
  • Mix dry ingredients for topping. Stir in melted butter and vanilla. Crumble over fruit mixture.
  • Cover with foil and bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake for 15-20 minutes more or until topping is lightly golden and pears are tender. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, if desired.

CRANBERRY CRUMBLE BARS



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Turkey isn't the only leftover to contend with. These sweet-tart fruit-filled treats put that extra can of cranberry sauce to delicious use.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Time 2h20m

Yield Makes 24 squares

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce or 1 1/2 cups dried cranberries (7 1/2 ounces)
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 teaspoon cornstarch
3/4 cup cold water
6 tablespoons cranberry juice
2 sticks unsalted butter, softened, plus more for pan
2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for pan
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 1/4 cups packed light-brown sugar
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
3/4 cup finely chopped toasted walnuts (3 ounces)
2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
3/4 cup finely chopped toasted walnuts (3 ounces)

Steps:

  • Filling:If making your own, pulse dried cranberries and granulated sugar in a food processor until a coarse paste forms. Transfer to a saucepan. Whisk cornstarch into cold water, then add to cranberry mixture, whisking to combine. Stir in juice. Simmer over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until mixture thickens and sugar dissolves, about 8 minutes. Remove from heat; let cool completely.
  • Dough:Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter a 9-by-13-inch baking pan, and line with parchment, letting 2 long sides overhang edges. Butter parchment, then flour parchment and sides of pan.
  • Whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Add brown sugar and butter, and stir until well combined. Mix in egg and vanilla, then oats and walnuts.
  • Press half the dough into pan. Spread the filling evenly over the dough, then crumble remaining dough on top of filling. Bake until golden and cooked through, about 40 minutes. Let cool completely in pan on a wire rack, about 1 hour, then lift out using parchment. Cut into 2-inch squares.

CRANBERRY-PEAR CAKE BARS



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Sweet pears and an orange-scented crumb balance tart cranberries, making this cake delicious as an afternoon snack or as a dessert with whipped cream.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Time 1h

Yield Makes 18

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted, plus more for pan
2 cups all-purpose flour, (spooned and leveled)
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1 3/4 cups packed light-brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest (from 1 orange)
2 firm pears, peeled, halved, cored, and thinly sliced (about 2 cups)
8 ounces fresh or thawed frozen cranberries (about 2 cups)
1/2 cup walnut pieces
Whipped cream, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Brush a 9-by-13-inch baking pan with butter. Line bottom and two sides with parchment paper, leaving a 2-inch overhang on sides; butter paper, and set aside. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, butter, eggs, vanilla, and zest until smooth. Add flour mixture; mix just until moistened (do not overmix). Fold in pears, cranberries, and walnuts.
  • Transfer batter to prepared pan; smooth top. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center of cake comes out clean, 40 to 45 minutes. Cool completely in pan set on a rack. Using parchment overhang, lift cake from pan, and transfer to a cutting board. Cut into 18 squares; serve with whipped cream, if desired.

CRANBERRY CRUMBLE BARS



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Anyone who likes cranberries is going to love these. I made them for Christmas last year and will be making two batches this time. This came from one of my Betty Crocker cookbooks.

Provided by Carmen B.

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 48 bars

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup water
2 cups fresh cranberries
1 tablespoon grated orange peel
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine, softened
1 1/2 cups quick-cooking oats or 1 1/2 cups old fashioned oats
1 cup white flour or 1 cup wheat flour
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In 1 1/2-quart saucepan, mix granulated sugar, orange juice and water.
  • Heat to boiling.
  • Stir in all remaining Cranberry Filling ingredients.
  • Cook over medium heat about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened; cool.
  • Heat oven to 400ºF.
  • In medium bowl, mix brown sugar and butter.
  • Stir in all remaining Bar ingredients until crumbly.
  • Press half of the crumbly mixture in ungreased rectangular pan, 13x9x2 inches.
  • Spread with filling.
  • Top with remaining crumbly mixture; press lightly.
  • Bake about 20 minutes or until light brown.
  • For bars, cut into 8 rows by 6 rows while warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59.8, Fat 2.1, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 5.1, Sodium 30.3, Carbohydrate 9.8, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 5.7, Protein 0.7

CREAM CHEESE CRANBERRY CRUMBLE BARS



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These crumble bars are a yummy way to use up leftover cranberry sauce.

Provided by Nicole Werner

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Cranberry Dessert Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup butter, chilled and cut into small pieces
1 egg, beaten
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
½ cup white sugar
1 egg
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups cranberry sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • Combine flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. Cut in butter using a pastry cutter or fork until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in 1 egg until mixture is evenly combined but still crumbly. Firmly press 1/2 of the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan to form an even crust.
  • Beat cream cheese, sugar, egg, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a bowl until creamy. Spread mixture evenly over the crust. Drop spoonfuls of cranberry sauce on top until evenly distributed. Crumble the remaining crust mixture on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until top is lightly browned and cream cheese is set, 45 to 60 minutes. Let cool before cutting into bars, at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Carbohydrate 43.1 g, Cholesterol 58.7 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 193.7 mg, Sugar 30.4 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh cranberries and pears for the best flavor. If you can't find fresh cranberries, you can use frozen cranberries. Just be sure to thaw them before using.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can grate the butter and flour with a box grater.
  • Be sure to press the crumble topping firmly into the pan. This will help it stay together when you cut the bars.
  • Bake the bars until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting them. This will help them hold their shape.
  • Serve the bars with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream.

Conclusion:

Cranberry pear crumble bars are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with a sweet and tart filling and a crunchy oatmeal crumble topping. These bars are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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