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Starbucks Copycat Cranberry Bliss Bars

Irresistible Starbucks Copycat Cranberry Bliss Bars at Home

These Starbucks Copycat Cranberry Bliss Bars are a delightful homemade version bursting with tangy cranberries and creamy white chocolate.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 42 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Table Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter Melted and browned for flavor.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Adds sweetness.
  • 2 large Eggs Bind ingredients together.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Grated Orange Zest Can be swapped with lemon zest.
For the Mix-ins
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries Can be replaced with raisins or cherries.
  • 0.75 cup White Chocolate Chop bars for even distribution.
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Forms the base of the frosting.
  • 1 cup Confectioners' Sugar Sweetens the frosting.
  • 2 tablespoons Orange Juice Adds moisture.
For Topping
  • 0.5 cup Roughly Chopped Dried Cranberries Adds flavor and texture.
  • 0.5 cup Melted White Chocolate Drizzle on top.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • medium saucepan
  • Mixing bowls
  • rubber spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch baking pan with nonstick spray and parchment paper.
  2. Melt unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Let cool fully.
  3. Whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  4. In a large bowl, mix cooled brown butter with light brown sugar. Add eggs, vanilla, and orange zest; combine well.
  5. Gently fold dry ingredients into wet mixture, then fold in dried cranberries and white chocolate chips.
  6. Spread batter into prepared pan and bake for 18-22 minutes until edges are golden.
  7. Allow to cool completely in the pan for about 30-60 minutes.
  8. Beat cream cheese with confectioners' sugar and orange juice until smooth.
  9. Spread frosting over cooled bars and top with chopped cranberries and melted white chocolate.
  10. Refrigerate for about an hour, slice into bars, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure bars are slightly underdone for a perfect chewy texture. Let bars cool completely before frosting to avoid melting the frosting.

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