Description

Indulge in the perfect balance of tangy and sweet with these mouthwatering Cranberry Lemon Bars. Featuring a buttery, flaky crust and a vibrant, creamy filling loaded with tart cranberries and bright lemon, this Grandma’s recipe is a delightful treat any time of year.

Ingredients

– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

– 2 cups all-purpose flour

– 1/2 cup granulated sugar

– 1/4 teaspoon salt

– 1 (12 oz) package fresh or frozen cranberries

– 1 cup granulated sugar

– 3 large eggs

– 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

– 2 tablespoons freshly grated lemon zest

– 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

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Instructions

1. – Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.

2. – In a large bowl, beat the butter with an electric mixer until creamy. Add the 2 cups flour, 1/2 cup sugar, and salt, and mix until a dough forms.

3. – Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan.

4. – In a medium bowl, combine the cranberries, 1 cup sugar, eggs, 2 tablespoons flour, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Spread the cranberry mixture over the crust.

5. – Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the center is set. Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars.

Notes

For a festive touch, dust the cooled bars with powdered sugar before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Prep Time: 20
Cook Time: 45
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American