Description
White Chocolate Cranberry Shortbread Bars combine the rich creaminess of white chocolate with the tartness of cranberries, all nestled in a buttery shortbread base. This delightful treat is perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in. With their stunning appearance and mouthwatering aroma, these bars are sure to impress friends and family alike. Easy to make and endlessly adaptable, they offer a satisfying dessert experience that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until just combined. Avoid over-mixing.
- Gently fold in white chocolate chips and dried cranberries.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown around the edges. Let cool before slicing into bars.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg