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Cranberry Lemon Bars

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Tangy and sweet cranberry lemon bars featuring a buttery crust and a zesty lemon filling studded with fresh cranberries, perfect for a refreshing dessert or snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries
  • Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup flour and powdered sugar. Cut in the cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Press the crust mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove from oven and set aside.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons flour, baking powder, and salt until smooth.
  5. Add lemon juice and zest to the egg mixture and stir to combine.
  6. Scatter the fresh cranberries evenly over the baked crust.
  7. Pour the lemon filling over the cranberries and crust.
  8. Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until the filling is set and edges are lightly golden.
  9. Allow bars to cool completely in the pan. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing into squares.
  10. Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.

Notes

For a sweeter touch, you can substitute half of the fresh cranberries with dried cranberries soaked in warm water for 10 minutes. Serve chilled with a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.

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