Cranberry Lemon Bars
Indulge in the delightful blend of sweet and tart with these irresistible Cranberry Lemon Bars! This refreshing dessert combines the vibrant flavors of fresh cranberries and zesty lemons, all nestled in a buttery shortbread crust. Perfect for family gatherings or as a well-deserved treat after a long week, these bars will impress everyone at your table. Easy to make with simple ingredients, they are ideal for both novice bakers and seasoned pros alike. Prepare them ahead of time for busy days or last-minute gatherings, and enjoy their unique tangy flavor that stands out from traditional desserts!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces fresh cranberries
- 1/2 cup water
- 6 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup lemon juice (fresh, about 3 lemons)
- Optional: powdered sugar sprinkled on top
Instructions
- Prepare the cranberry filling by boiling cranberries with water and sugar until softened.
- Make the shortbread crust by mixing melted butter, sugar, salt, and flour, then pressing into a baking dish.
- Bake the crust until lightly browned, then cool.
- Combine eggs, lemon juice, sugar, and flour to create the lemon custard layer.
- Layer the cranberry mixture over the crust followed by the lemon custard.
- Bake until set and allow to cool before refrigerating.
- Slice into squares and serve dusted with powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 55mg