Cranberry Lemon Bars: Easy, Tangy Sweet Treat for Any Occasion
Enjoy these tangy and sweet cranberry lemon bars that are perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar. Add eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest; mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
- Fold in cranberries gently.
- Pour the batter into a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool before slicing into bars.
Notes
- For a sweeter taste, adjust the amount of sugar as desired.
- Bar cookies are great for serving at parties or gatherings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Cranberry, Lemon, Bars, Dessert