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Starbucks Copycat Cranberry Bliss Bars

A hand holds up a thick, moist square of cranberry bliss bars topped with white chocolate frosting and festive sprinkles.
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Make these soft, tart, and sweet cranberry bliss bars at home. They feature a moist blondie base, tart cranberries, white chocolate chips, orange zest, and a rich cream cheese frosting.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup chopped dried cranberries for topping
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips for topping
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon orange juice
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped candied ginger (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal. Lightly grease the paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the 1 cup softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the orange zest and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Fold in the 1 cup dried cranberries and 1 cup white chocolate chips.
  6. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  7. Bake for 22 to 25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with moist crumbs attached.
  8. Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  9. Prepare the frosting: In a medium bowl, beat the powdered sugar, softened cream cheese, 1/4 cup softened butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and orange juice until smooth and creamy.
  10. Once the bars are completely cool, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.
  11. Sprinkle the reserved 1/2 cup chopped dried cranberries and 1/2 cup white chocolate chips over the frosting. If using, sprinkle the candied ginger on top.
  12. Chill the bars in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to set the frosting.
  13. Lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into 24 squares before serving.

Notes

  • For a stronger orange flavor in the base, add 1 teaspoon of fresh orange zest to the dry ingredients.
  • If you prefer a thicker frosting, add a tablespoon more powdered sugar.
  • Chill the bars for at least 2 hours for cleaner cuts.

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