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Starbucks Cranberry Bliss Bars

Decadent Starbucks Cranberry Bliss Bars You Can Make at Home

Indulge in homemade Starbucks Cranberry Bliss Bars featuring a soft vanilla base, tart cranberries, and cream cheese frosting.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 7 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Bars
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can use gluten-free flour as alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for best results.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Table Salt Sea salt can be used as a swap.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Coconut oil can substitute for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Coconut sugar can be used for a healthier choice.
  • 2 large Eggs Flax eggs serve as a vegan substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla works best for depth.
  • 1 tablespoon Grated Orange Zest Lemon zest can be a nice alternative.
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries Raisins or other dried fruits can be substitutes.
  • 1 cup White Chocolate, Chopped or Chips Aim for high-quality chocolate for optimal taste.
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Plant-based cream cheese for dairy-free version.
  • 2 cups Confectioners' Sugar Choose cornstarch-free options for smoother texture.
  • 2 tablespoons Orange Juice Lemon juice works as an excellent replacement.
For the Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Melted White Chocolate For decorative drizzle.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Dried Cranberries For added texture and color.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • mixing bowls
  • medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with nonstick spray and line with parchment paper.
  2. Melt the unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until golden brown, about 5–7 minutes. Let it cool completely.
  3. Whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl. Set aside.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled browned butter with light brown sugar and whisk until smooth. Add in the eggs, vanilla extract, and grated orange zest, stirring to combine.
  5. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula until just combined. Incorporate chopped white chocolate and dried cranberries evenly.
  6. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking pan and bake for 18–22 minutes until set and golden. Avoid overbaking.
  7. Beat cream cheese until creamy in a bowl, then add confectioners' sugar, vanilla extract, orange juice, and orange zest, mixing until fluffy.
  8. Spread the cream cheese frosting over the cooled bars. Sprinkle chopped cranberries and drizzle with melted white chocolate.
  9. Lift bars from the pan using parchment overhang, slice into squares, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the bars before slicing for neat edges. Quality ingredients elevate the flavor of your bars.

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