cranberry bliss bars starbucks
These delicious cranberry bliss bars are a seasonal favorite, bringing together the tartness of cranberries, the sweetness of white chocolate, and a hint of cream cheese frosting. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as a cozy treat with your favorite beverage.
Equipment
- 1 9x13-inch baking dish
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 electric mixer
- 1 rubber spatula
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 whisk
- 1 parchment paper
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- ½ cup chopped pecans (optional)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup dried cranberries (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, using an electric mixer.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time and then add the vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until fully incorporated.
- Fold in the dried cranberries, white chocolate chips, and chopped pecans (if using) with a rubber spatula.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish and bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- While the bars are baking, prepare the cream cheese frosting. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until well combined, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Once the bars are done baking, allow them to cool completely in the pan.
- Once cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top of the bars. Sprinkle additional dried cranberries on top for decoration.
- Cut into 12 equal bars and serve.
Notes
You can store the cranberry bliss bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. For a festive touch, consider drizzling melted white chocolate over the frosted bars before serving. Feel free to adjust the sweetness by modifying the amount of powdered sugar in the frosting.