Best 4 White Chocolate Craisin Bars Recipes

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Calling all white chocolate and craisin enthusiasts! Get ready to embark on a delightful culinary adventure with our tantalizing white chocolate craisin bars. These delectable treats are a harmonious blend of sweet and tangy flavors, featuring a chewy oat base, a creamy white chocolate filling, and a generous sprinkling of plump and juicy craisins. Each bite offers a burst of contrasting textures and a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. Our collection of carefully curated recipes provides a range of options to suit every baker's skill level and preference, ensuring that everyone can indulge in the irresistible goodness of these white chocolate craisin bars.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

WHITE CHOCOLATE-CRANBERRY BARS



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Stir up cake mix and four ingredients to create a scrumptious cookie bar.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h35m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ white cake mix
1/3 cup butter or margarine, melted
2 Tbsp water
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups dried cranberries
1 cup white vanilla baking chips (6 oz)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Grease bottom only and lightly flour 13x9-inch pan, or spray with baking spray with flour.
  • In large bowl, mix cake mix, butter, water and eggs with spoon until dough forms (some dry mix will remain). Stir in cranberries and baking chips. Spread evenly in pan.
  • Bake 22 to 26 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely, about 1 hour. For bars, cut into 6 rows by 4 rows. Store loosely covered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 180 mg, Sugar 19 g, TransFat 0 g

WHITE CHOCOLATE CRANBERRY LAYER BARS



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What a great variation to the traditional magic cookie bars!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups Cinnamon Toast Crunch™ cereal
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated)
1/2 cup white vanilla baking chips
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Line 9-inch square pan with heavy-duty foil. Spray foil with cooking spray.
  • In food processor or blender, place cereal. Cover; process until cereal is finely crushed. In medium bowl, mix crushed cereal with melted butter. Press in bottom of pan.
  • Pour condensed milk over crumb mixture. Top evenly with white vanilla baking chips, dried cranberries and pecans.
  • Bake 28 to 33 minutes or until top is golden brown. Cool completely, about 1 1/2 hours. For bars, cut into 4 rows by 4 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 135 mg, Sugar 24 g, TransFat 0 g

WHITE CHOCOLATE CRANBERRY BLONDIES



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Friends sometimes ask me to make these for wedding receptions. For a fancier presentation, I cut the bars into triangle shapes and drizzle white chocolate over each one individually. -Erika Busz, Kent, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 16

3/4 cup butter, cubed
1-1/2 cups packed light brown sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup dried cranberries
6 ounces white baking chocolate, coarsely chopped
FROSTING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon grated orange zest, optional
6 ounces white baking chocolate, melted
1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter; stir in the brown sugar. Cool slightly., Add eggs, 1 egg at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt and cinnamon; stir into butter mixture. Stir in cranberries and chopped chocolate (batter will be thick). Spread into a greased 13x9-in. pan., Bake until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean (do not overbake), 18-21 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack., For frosting, beat cream cheese, confectioners' sugar and, if desired, orange zest until smooth. Gradually beat in half of the melted white chocolate; spread over blondies. Sprinkle with cranberries; drizzle with remaining melted chocolate., Cut into triangles. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Fat 9g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 100mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

WHITE CHOCOLATE CRANBERRY BARS



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White chocolate, walnuts and cranberries team up in these bars - a lip smacking Christmas dessert.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h45m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup butter, softened
2 cups packed brown sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup white vanilla baking chips (6 oz)
1 cup chopped walnuts
3/4 cup sweetened dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Line 13x9-inch pan with foil, leaving 2 inches of foil overhanging at 2 opposite sides of pan; spray foil with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, beat butter and brown sugar with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended. Beat in eggs and vanilla. On low speed, beat in flour, baking powder and salt until blended. Stir in baking chips, walnuts and cranberries. Spread in pan.
  • Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until golden brown and set. Cool completely in pan on cooling rack. Use foil to lift from pan. Cut into 6 rows by 4 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 34 g, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 125 mg

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start baking, make sure you have all the ingredients and equipment you need. This will help you stay organized and avoid any scrambling during the baking process.
  • Use Fresh Ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your white chocolate craisin bars will taste. Look for fresh, plump cranberries and high-quality white chocolate.
  • Chill the Dough: Chilling the dough before baking helps to prevent the bars from spreading too much. This will help them hold their shape and give them a more even texture.
  • Don't Overbake: Keep an eye on the bars while they're baking. Overbaking can dry them out and make them crumbly.
  • Cool Completely: Let the bars cool completely before cutting them into squares. This will help them set properly and prevent them from falling apart.

Conclusion:

These white chocolate craisin bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their sweet and tangy flavor, they're sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a tasty snack or dessert, give these bars a try. You won't be disappointed!

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