CRANBERRY-POMEGRANATE-OATMEAL SQUARES

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Betty Crocker Oatmeal Cookies are layered with a tart and sweet cranberry-pomegranate filling for scrumptious dessert bars.

Provided by By Cheri Liefeld

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 tablespoon water
1 egg
1 pouch Betty Crocker™ oatmeal cookie mix
1/3 cup packed dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 1/2 cups fresh cranberries, chopped
1/4 cup pomegranate-cranberry juice
2 tablespoons butter, melted, cooled

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease 9-inch square pan with butter; line bottom of pan with parchment paper or foil.
  • In medium bowl, mix softened butter, water and egg until blended. Add cookie mix; mix well. Reserve 1 1/2 cups dough for topping. Using hands or wooden spoon, press remaining dough in bottom of pan (be sure it touches sides of pan).
  • In another medium bowl, beat brown sugar, flour, cinnamon and lemon peel with spoon until well combined. Add cranberries, cranberry-pomegranate juice and melted butter; stir gently until cranberries are coated.
  • Spread filling evenly over base. Crumble reserved cookie dough evenly over top of filling.
  • Bake 35 to 45 minutes or until top is golden brown and filling is bubbly. Cool completely, about 1 hour. Cut into squares or bars. If desired, serve squares topped with whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

Oh I Alom
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I love that these oatmeal squares are made with simple, wholesome ingredients. I know exactly what I'm eating, which is important to me.


Khan Mama
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These oatmeal squares are the perfect way to start my day. They're filling and satisfying, and they give me a boost of energy that lasts all morning.


Jonny Vancouver
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I've been looking for a healthy oatmeal square recipe and this one is it! The oats and honey provide fiber and energy, while the cranberries and pomegranates add antioxidants and vitamins.


Tanveer Khan
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These oatmeal squares are a great way to get your kids to eat their oats. My kids love the sweet and tart flavor combination.


Amy Tomlinson
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I'm not a huge fan of cranberries, but I loved these oatmeal squares. The sweetness of the honey and the tartness of the pomegranates balanced each other out perfectly.


Muzammil Muttam
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I made these oatmeal squares in a mini muffin tin and they turned out perfectly. They're the perfect size for a quick snack or breakfast on the go.


Sakhekile S-Kay Mafu
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These oatmeal squares are a great way to use up leftover cranberries and pomegranates. I always have a few extra after Thanksgiving and Christmas, so this recipe is perfect.


Whitney Clark
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I used fresh cranberries and pomegranates in my oatmeal squares and they turned out so flavorful. I can't wait to make them again!


Hedayet ollah Hedayet ollah
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I added a handful of chopped walnuts to the batter for extra crunch. It was a great addition!


Meron Zowi
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I love the festive colors of these oatmeal squares. They're perfect for holiday parties or brunches.


Sharon Aaron
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These oatmeal squares are so easy to make, even a beginner baker can handle them. I highly recommend them!


Sorry Sorry
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I've tried several different cranberry-pomegranate oatmeal square recipes and this one is by far the best. The combination of flavors is amazing and the texture is perfect.


ShetinaJStyles
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These oatmeal squares are the perfect make-ahead breakfast. I like to make a batch on the weekend and then grab one or two each morning on my way out the door.


Miriam Williams
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I made these oatmeal squares for a potluck and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them and asked for the recipe.


Martine Monroe
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I followed the recipe exactly and my oatmeal squares turned out perfectly. They're moist and flavorful, with just the right amount of sweetness.


magar thapa
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I love that these oatmeal squares are made with whole oats and sweetened with honey. They're a healthy and delicious way to start my day.


Thomas Collins
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I've made these oatmeal squares several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're easy to make and the perfect grab-and-go breakfast or snack.


Oussama Mlaksou
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These cranberry-pomegranate oatmeal squares were a hit with my family! The tartness of the cranberries and pomegranates perfectly balanced the sweetness of the oats and honey. I especially loved the crunchy pecan topping.