CRANBERRY DATE BARS

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Rich and fruity, these bars let you enjoy cranberries year-round. I've made batches for all kinds of church and social events. -Bonnie Nieter, Warsaw, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed
1 package (8 ounces) chopped dates
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups old-fashioned oats
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter, melted
GLAZE:
1-1/3 cups confectioners' sugar
1 to 2 tablespoons orange juice
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Place cranberries, dates and water in a saucepan; bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until berries pop, about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla., Mix flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda and salt; stir in melted butter. Press half of the mixture into an ungreased 13x9-in. pan. Bake 8 minutes. , Spoon cranberry mixture over crust. Sprinkle with remaining oat mixture; pat down gently. Bake until golden brown, 25-30 minutes longer. Cool completely on a wire rack., Mix glaze ingredients. Drizzle over top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 212mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tabby Liles
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These bars are a great make-ahead breakfast or snack. I like to make a batch on the weekend and then have them throughout the week.


Naruto gaming nepal
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These bars are the perfect balance of sweet and tart. They're not too sweet, which I appreciate.


alian poop
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I'm not a baker, but these bars were so easy to make. I'm definitely going to make them again.


Eshwer Das
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These bars are a great way to use up leftover cranberries. I always have a bag of cranberries in my freezer and these bars are a great way to use them up.


Sonjit Kumar
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I love the way these bars look! They're so festive and perfect for the holidays.


Elisha aka Melissa Paterson
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I've made these bars several times now and they're always a hit. They're the perfect snack or dessert to bring to a party or potluck.


Jordan Kiboko
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These bars are so easy to make! I had them in the oven in less than 30 minutes.


Isaac The funny guy
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I'm not a huge fan of cranberries, but I really enjoyed these bars. The dates and oats balance out the tartness of the cranberries perfectly.


JUMA KALU
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I made these bars for a potluck and they were a hit! Everyone loved them.


Riffat Hakim
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These cranberry date bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat! I love the combination of tart cranberries and sweet dates, and the oat crust is the perfect finishing touch.


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