Best 10 White Chocolate Cranberry Bars Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our exquisite White Chocolate Cranberry Bars, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. These delectable treats are crafted with a buttery shortbread crust, a layer of tart cranberries, and a luscious white chocolate filling, all harmoniously blended to create a dessert that is both visually appealing and irresistibly delicious.

Within this article, you'll discover not just one, but a collection of enticing recipes that cater to various dietary preferences and skill levels. From the classic White Chocolate Cranberry Bars, we venture into a gluten-free adaptation, ensuring that everyone can savor this delectable creation. For those with a penchant for zesty flavors, the Orange Cranberry Bars infuse a burst of citrusy goodness, while the Raspberry Cranberry Bars offer a vibrant twist with their ruby-red hue. And for those seeking a vegan alternative, the Vegan White Chocolate Cranberry Bars provide a delightful indulgence without compromising on taste.

Each recipe is meticulously explained with clear instructions, ensuring that even novice bakers can confidently embark on this culinary adventure. Whether you're a seasoned baker seeking inspiration or a beginner eager to explore the world of baking, this article has something for everyone. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and prepare to be captivated by the irresistible allure of our White Chocolate Cranberry Bars and their delectable variations.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

WHITE CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE BARS WITH OATMEAL AND CRANBERRY



White Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars with Oatmeal and Cranberry image

A friend of my daughter's made these white chocolate chip cookie bars, and they are now one of my daughter's favorites.

Provided by Beth

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Fruit Cookie Recipes     Cranberry

Time 1h10m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar, packed
½ cup white sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
salt
3 cups oatmeal
1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup white chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • Beat butter, brown sugar, and white sugar together in a mixing bowl using an electric mixer until creamy. Add eggs and vanilla extract; continue mixing until well blended.
  • Add flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt to sugar mixture; mix well. Stir in oats, cranberries, and white chocolate chips. Pour into the prepared baking pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bars comes out clean, 25 to 28 minutes.
  • Remove baking pan from the oven and let stand for 30 minutes. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249.6 calories, Carbohydrate 34.5 g, Cholesterol 37.4 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 140.4 mg, Sugar 20.7 g

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

OATMEAL CRANBERRY WHITE CHOCOLATE COOKIE BARS



Oatmeal Cranberry White Chocolate Cookie Bars image

If you're looking for a classic (and pretty!) flavor combination, try our Oatmeal Cranberry White Chocolate Cookie Bars. This soft oatmeal cookie bar is made with Betty Crocker™ oatmeal cookie mix while sweet and creamy white chocolate is drizzled on top, and sweet, tart and slightly chewy dried cranberries and more white chocolate are stirred into the dough. Quick and fun, this cranberry-oatmeal cookie bar recipe will add extra flavor to your cookie tray.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h45m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pouch (17.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ oatmeal cookie mix
Butter, water and egg called for on cookie mix pouch
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 bar (4.4 oz) white chocolate, coarsely chopped (about 1 cup)
3/4 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 9-inch square pan with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, stir cookie mix, softened butter, water, egg and cinnamon with spoon until soft dough forms. Reserve 1/4 cup of the chopped white chocolate for topping. Stir remaining chopped white chocolate and the cranberries into dough. Spread dough in bottom of pan.
  • Bake 25 to 29 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean and edges are golden brown. Cool completely on cooling rack, about 1 hour 30 minutes.
  • In small microwavable bowl, microwave reserved 1/4 cup chopped white chocolate uncovered on Medium (50%) 30 seconds. Stir; continue to microwave in 15-second increments until white chocolate can be stirred smooth. Spoon into small resealable food-storage plastic bag; partially seal bag. Cut off tiny corner of bag. Squeeze bag to pipe over top of bar.
  • Refrigerate about 30 minutes or until melted white chocolate is set. For bars, cut into 4 rows by 4 rows. Store covered in airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 190 mg, Sugar 22 g, TransFat 0 g

WHITE CHOCOLATE CRANBERRY-ORANGE BARS



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This is my take on my mother's recipe for chocolate chunk bars, which she made every Christmas Eve. Our family is scattered across the country now; making these reminds me of home. If you don't have a pastry cutter, you can use two sharp knifes or a potato masher. My mom makes this with semisweet chocolate chunks. -Erin Powell, Amarillo, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
FILLING:
1 large egg
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1 teaspoon orange extract
1-1/2 cups white baking chips
1 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line a 13x9-in. pan with foil, letting ends extend up sides; grease foil. In a bowl, mix flour and brown sugar; cut in butter until crumbly. Press onto bottom of prepared pan. Bake until light golden brown, 10-12 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., For filling, whisk together egg, milk, orange zest and extract until blended; stir in baking chips and cranberries. Spread evenly over crust. Bake until top is golden brown, 20-25 minutes longer. Cool 15 minutes in pan on a wire rack. Lifting with foil, remove bars from pan. Cut into bars. Refrigerate leftovers. Freeze option: Freeze cooled bars in freezer containers, separating layers with waxed paper. To use, thaw before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 66mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CRANBERRY WHITE CHOCOLATE OATMEAL BARS



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Yes, the title is a mouth full, but these are delicious!! Can also be made into cookies - drop by tablespoonful's and bake 10-12 minutes!

Provided by Jollymae

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 40m

Yield 1 pan of bars, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 lb margarine or 1/2 lb butter, softened
1 cup firmlyl packed brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
3 cups quick oats
1 cup craisins
1 cup white chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Beat together butter and sungars until creamy.
  • Add eggs and vanilla; beat well.
  • Add combined flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; mix well.
  • Stir in oats, crasins and white chips; mix well.
  • Put into ungreased 9x13 metal pan.
  • bake 30-35 minutes.

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 POPCORN BARS



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Chewy popcorn bars are studded with dried cranberries, white morsels, and salted almonds.

Provided by Pam Cooking Spray

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips

Time 20m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

PAM® Original No-Stick Cooking Spray
1 (77 gram) bag ACT II® 94% Fat Free Popcorn
1 (6 ounce) package dried cranberries
½ cup premier white morsels
½ cup salted whole almonds, chopped
1 (10 ounce) package miniature marshmallows
¼ cup butter

Steps:

  • Spray 13x9-inch baking pan and large bowl with cooking spray.
  • Prepare popcorn according to package directions. Remove all unpopped kernels. Combine popped corn, cranberries, morsels and almonds in bowl.
  • Place marshmallows and butter in 8-cup glass measure. Microwave on HIGH 2 minutes or until smooth when stirred. Immediately pour over popcorn mixture; toss until coated evenly. Place in pan. Moisten hands with water; press mixture evenly into pan. Allow to cool. Cut into 24 bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.8 calories, Carbohydrate 20.3 g, Cholesterol 5.9 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 48 mg, Sugar 13.6 g

WHITE CHOCOLATE-CRANBERRY COOKIE BARS



White Chocolate-Cranberry Cookie Bars image

Soft-baked sugar cookie bars, studded with cranberries and white chocolate chips, are finished with cream cheese frosting and more cranberries for the perfect holiday treat!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pouch (17.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ sugar cookie mix
1/2 cup butter, softened
4 oz (half of 8-oz package) cream cheese, softened
1 egg
1/4 cup coarsely chopped dried cranberries
1/2 cup white vanilla baking chips
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1/3 cup coarsely chopped dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, stir cookie mix, 1/2 cup softened butter, 4 oz cream cheese and egg with spoon until soft dough forms. Stir in 1/4 cup cranberries and the white chips. Spread dough in bottom of pan. Bake 20 to 23 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely on cooling rack, about 1 hour.
  • In large bowl, beat 8 oz cream cheese and 1/4 cup softened butter with electric mixer on medium-high speed until smooth. Beat in vanilla. On low speed, beat in powdered sugar until frosting is smooth and creamy. Spread frosting over top of bars; sprinkle 1/3 cup cranberries over frosting. Cut into 6 rows by 4 rows. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 170 mg, Sugar 22 g, TransFat 0 g

~ WHITE CHOCOLATE CRANBERRY ALMOND BARS & GLAZE ~



~ White Chocolate Cranberry Almond Bars & Glaze ~ image

I created this recipe by combining a couple different recipes of mine. Might I add they turned out fantastic. Just in time for the upcoming holidays. Okay, I'm a tad bit early, but the early bird catches the worm...LOL Enjoy these yummy bars of goodness! :)

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 c unsalted butter, softened
2 eggs
1 c granulated sugar
1/2 c light brown sugar, lightly packed
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 c flour
1 c white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate bar
2 c cranberries - i use frozen, keeps from bleeding so much during folding
1/2 c slivered almonds
ALMOND GLAZE
1 c confectioners' sugar
1/2 Tbsp butter, softened
4 Tbsp heavy cream, more if not thin enough or add a little milk to thin
1/4 - 1/2 tsp almond extract

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degree F. Grease a 9 x 13 baking dish. In a large bowl, beat butter, sugars and egg until well blended. Beat in the baking powder, vanilla and flour. Fold in the almonds, chocolate and cranberries. Mix evenly.
  • 2. Spread mixture into prepared pan.
  • 3. Bake for 35 - 40 minutes or until pick comes out clean. Cool on rack
  • 4. Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk all glaze ingredients together. Add more cream or milk if needed for desired consistency.
  • 5. Drizzle or spread over cooled bars.

WHITE CHOCOLATE CRANBERRY GRANOLA BARS



White Chocolate Cranberry Granola Bars image

This is from a weekly light dessert email from Taste of Home. I am putting it here for safekeeping and intend to make them ASAP!

Provided by smellyvegetarian

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 35m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup light maple syrup
2 tablespoons peanut butter
1 egg white
1 tablespoon milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon allspice
2 cups old fashioned oats
1 1/2 cups crisp rice cereal
1/3 cup vanilla chip
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients.
  • Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon and allspice; stir into sugar mixture.
  • Stir in the oats, cereal, chips, cranberries and walnuts.
  • Press into a 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray.
  • Bake at 350° for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Cool on a wire rack.
  • Cut into bars.
  • Store in an airtight container.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality white chocolate for the best flavor. A good white chocolate will have a smooth, creamy texture and a rich, milky taste.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the cranberries by hand. Just be sure to chop them finely, so that they distribute evenly throughout the bars.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the bars tough.
  • Bake the bars until they are just set in the center. Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting them. This will help them to hold their shape.

Conclusion:

These white chocolate cranberry bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are made with simple ingredients and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like them chewy or gooey, these bars are sure to be a hit. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, give these white chocolate cranberry bars a try!

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