ORANGE CRANBERRY COOKIE BARS
These cranberry cookie bars combine two beloved holiday flavors and top a delicious soft crust with cream cheese icing. We enjoy these during the holiday season. —Jennifer Blakely, Visalia, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 50m
Yield 8 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat brown sugar, melted butter, eggs and vanilla until well blended. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into sugar mixture. Stir in baking chips, cranberries, pecans and orange zest., Spread into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 18-22 minutes. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack., For frosting, in a large bowl, combine cream cheese, confectioners' sugar, butter, 1 tablespoon zest and vanilla; beat until smooth. Spread over bars. Combine dried cranberries and remaining 2 tablespoons zest; sprinkle over frosting. Refrigerate at least 2 hours. Cut into triangles. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 89 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 64mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
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[email protected]I made these bars for a potluck and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of orange and cranberry. The bars were moist and flavorful, and the orange glaze on top added a nice touch. Will definitely be making these again!
Bethany Jones
[email protected]These bars are so easy to make and the results are amazing. The cranberries and orange zest give them such a unique flavor. I've already shared the recipe with my friends and they all love it.
KHAN FF
[email protected]Great recipe! The bars turned out soft and chewy with the perfect amount of tanginess from the cranberries. The orange zest added a nice citrusy flavor. I will definitely be making these again!
Mohammed Rishath
[email protected]Wow, what a treat! Orange Cranberry Cookie Bars are a delightful blend of tangy and sweet flavors. The cranberries add a festive touch while the orange zest brings a burst of brightness. My family loved these bars and they were gone in no time.