Irresistibly Easy Cranberry Bliss Bars Copycat Recipe to Wow!
Discover the delightful Cranberry Bliss Bars Copycat recipe that recreates a café classic with a luscious cream cheese frosting.
Equipment
- 9x13 inch baking pan
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- spatula
- Saucepan
Ingredients
For the Base
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour blend.
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon table salt Optional but recommended.
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter Can use coconut oil as a dairy-free option.
- 1 cups light brown sugar White sugar can be used for a lighter flavor.
- 2 large eggs Substitute with flaxseed meal or applesauce for egg-free version.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 orange orange zest Can substitute with lemon zest.
- 1 cups dried cranberries Can substitute with cherries or raisins.
- 0.5 cups white chocolate chips Dark chocolate can be used for richer flavor.
For the Frosting
- 8 oz cream cheese Softened.
- 2 cups confectioners' sugar Granulated sugar can be used, but texture will differ.
- 2 tablespoons orange juice Lemon juice can be used as an alternative.
- 0.25 cups melted white chocolate For drizzling on top.
Instructions
Base Preparation
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13 inch baking pan with nonstick spray and parchment paper.
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes, then allow to cool.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, mix cooled butter with brown sugar until smooth. Add eggs, vanilla, and orange zest; whisk until shiny.
- Fold in dry ingredients until just combined, then stir in cranberries and white chocolate chips.
- Spread batter in prepared pan, smoothing the top. Bake for 18-22 minutes until edges are golden and center is slightly underbaked. Let cool.
Frosting and Serving
- In a bowl, beat softened cream cheese with confectioners' sugar, remaining vanilla, and orange juice until smooth.
- Once bars are cool, spread cream cheese frosting on top, sprinkle with cranberries, and drizzle with melted white chocolate.
- Chill bars until frosting is set, slice into squares, and serve.
Notes
Garnish with a sprinkle of orange zest for a fresh touch. Customize your bars with different add-ins like nuts or cherries.