Best 3 Cranberry Shortbread Bars Recipes
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Cranberry Shortbread Bars, a delectable treat that combines the tangy sweetness of cranberries with the buttery richness of shortbread. These irresistible bars are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a holiday gathering, a weekend brunch, or a simple afternoon snack. With a flaky, melt-in-your-mouth shortbread crust, a layer of tart and juicy cranberries, and a sweet and crumbly topping, these bars offer a symphony of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Our recipe includes variations for a classic Cranberry Shortbread Bars, a gluten-free version, and a White Chocolate Cranberry Shortbread Bars, each with its own unique twist. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a delightful baking journey to create these delectable Cranberry Shortbread Bars that are sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
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CRANBERRY SHORTBREAD BARS
Look at the lovely confection our Test Kitchen came up with when it combined cranberries, coconut and white chocolate! Colorful and tasty, these bars and a glass of milk make the perfect treat after a dusty afternoon of raking leaves. TIP: Wrapped in colored cellophane and ribbons, Cranberry Shortbread Bars are pretty enough to double as quick holiday gifts, don't you think?
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 50m
Yield 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°. In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Combine flour, coconut and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Set aside 1 cup for topping. Spread remaining mixture into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake 10 minutes., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine sugars and cornstarch. Stir in cranberries and apple juice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook and stir 5 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat; stir in walnuts. , Spread over crust. Sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture. Bake 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly. Cool on a wire rack. Drizzle with white chocolate. Cut into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 101mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
CRANBERRY SHORTBREAD BARS
Make and share this Cranberry Shortbread Bars recipe from Food.com.
Provided by DailyInspiration
Categories Dessert
Time 50m
Yield 16 bars
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees and place the wire oven rack in the center of the oven. Butter (or spray) a 9x9 inch pan.
- Cranberry Filling: In a medium sized saucepan, place all the ingredients. Over medium heat, cook the ingredients until boiling. Continue to boil the filling until it becomes thick and syrupy, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool while you make the shortbread.
- Shortbreads: In a separate bowl, whisk the flour, cornstarch and salt. In the bowl of your electric mixer (or with a hand mixer) beat the butter until smooth (1 minute). Add the sugar and beat until smooth (2 minutes). Beat in the vanilla. Gently stir in the flour mixture just until incorporated.
- Evenly press two-thirds of the shortbread into the bottom of the prepared pan. Then evenly spread the cranberry filling over the shortbread base, leaving a 1/4 inch border.
- With the remaining shortbread dough, using your fingers crumble it over the top of the cranberry filling. Then lightly press the dough into the filling.
- Bake in a preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until golden brown on top. Remove from the oven, place on a wire rack, and while hot, cut into 16 squares. Allow to cool completely in pan. Makes about 16 bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 220.2, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 7.3, Cholesterol 30.5, Sodium 40.1, Carbohydrate 27.7, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 13.5, Protein 1.8
CRANBERRY SHORTBREAD BARS
Categories Fruit
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cranberry Shortbread Bars: Preheat oven to 375 degrees F and place the wire oven rack in the center of the oven. Butter (or spray with a non stick cooking spray) a 9 x 9 inch pan. Cranberry Filling: In a medium sized saucepan, place all the ingredients. Then, over medium-high heat, cook the ingredients until boiling. Continue to boil the filling until it becomes thick and syrupy, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool while you make the shortbread. Shortbreads: In a separate bowl whisk the flour, cornstarch, and salt. In the bowl of your electric mixer (or with a hand mixer), cream the butter until smooth (about 1 minute). Add the sugar and beat until smooth (about 2 minutes). Beat in the vanilla extract. Gently stir in the flour mixture just until incorporated. Evenly press two-thirds of the shortbread into the bottom of the prepared pan. Then evenly spread the cranberry filling over the shortbread base, leaving a 1/4 inch border. With the remaining shortbread dough, using your fingers, crumble it over the top of the cranberry filling. Then lightly press the dough into the filling. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until golden brown on top. Remove from oven, place on a wire rack, and while still hot, cut into 16 squares. Allow to cool completely in pan. Makes about 16 bars.
Tips:
- Use fresh or frozen cranberries for the best flavor.
- If you don't have a food processor, you can use a pastry blender or two forks to cut the butter into the flour mixture.
- You can use any type of nuts in this recipe, but walnuts and pecans are classic choices.
- If you want a more crumbly shortbread, use less butter.
- If you want a more chewy shortbread, use more butter.
- Be careful not to overmix the dough, or the shortbread will be tough.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking, or the shortbread will be too soft.
- Bake the shortbread until it is golden brown around the edges.
- Let the shortbread cool completely before cutting it into bars.
- Serve the shortbread with your favorite toppings, such as whipped cream, ice cream, or fresh fruit.
Conclusion:
Cranberry shortbread bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a dessert that is both festive and delicious. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give cranberry shortbread bars a try. You won't be disappointed!
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