CRANBERRY PECAN BARS

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I have been making these bars for almost 40 years. I got the recipe from my mother who is 90 years old! They are great with vanilla ice cream (low fat, of course). Sandra Bunte, Covina, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup quick-cooking oats
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup butter, melted
FILLING:
1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries
1/2 cup cranberry juice, divided
1/2 cup golden raisins
1/3 cup honey
Sugar substitute equivalent to 3 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
1/4 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the flour, oats and brown sugar. Stir in butter until blended. Set aside 2/3 cup. Pat remaining mixture onto the bottom of a 9-in. square baking pan coated with cooking spray; set aside., In a small saucepan, combine the cranberries, 7 tablespoons cranberry juice, raisins, honey, sugar substitute, cinnamon and cloves. Cook and stir over medium heat for 10-12 minutes or until berries pop. , Combine the cornstarch and remaining cranberry juice until smooth; stir into berry mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. , Pour filling over crust. Sprinkle with pecans and reserved oat mixture. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into squares. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 56mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Justin Schweitzer
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I've made these bars several times now and they're always a hit. They're the perfect treat for any occasion.


arbin tamang
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These bars are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of cranberries and pecans.


Nadeem Malik
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I've made these bars several times now and they're always a hit. They're the perfect treat for any occasion.


Abdullah Sanjrani
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These bars are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of cranberries and pecans.


joshua the first
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I've made these bars several times now and they're always a hit. They're the perfect treat for any occasion.


Komol Biswas
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These bars are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of cranberries and pecans.


Chantelle Sinclair
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I've made these bars several times now and they're always a hit. They're the perfect treat for any occasion.


Issac Rodriguez
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These bars are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of cranberries and pecans.


Jimmy Neutron
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I've made these bars several times now and they're always a hit. They're the perfect treat for any occasion.


Topic Changer
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These bars are so moist and flavorful. I love the way the cranberries and pecans complement each other.


Vincent Mkhize
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I love the way these bars smell when they're baking. The cranberries and pecans give them a wonderful aroma.


jihan Ali
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These bars are the perfect way to use up leftover cranberries. I always have a few extra cranberries after Thanksgiving, and these bars are a great way to use them up.


Whit Goold Free Fire
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I love that these bars are made with whole wheat flour. It gives them a nice nutty flavor and makes them a little bit healthier.


olefile paakane
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These bars are the perfect size for a snack or dessert. They're not too big, but they're not too small either. They're just the right size to satisfy your sweet tooth.


Ipsita Koirala
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These bars are so easy to make. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in a bowl and mix them together. They're the perfect treat for a busy weeknight.


James Mills
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I love the way these bars look. They're so festive and colorful. They're perfect for any holiday party.


Prince Op
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These bars are the perfect combination of tart and sweet. The cranberries give them a nice tartness, while the pecans add a touch of sweetness. They're the perfect treat for any occasion.


Labony Aktar
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I've made these bars several times now and they're always a favorite. They're so easy to make and they always turn out perfect.


Jordan Chillis
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I made these bars for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. They're so moist and flavorful.


Miah Giron
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These bars are so delicious and easy to make! I love the combination of cranberries and pecans. They're the perfect treat for any occasion.