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Cranberry Lemon Bars

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These Cranberry Lemon Bars are a delightful treat, combining the tartness of lemon with the sweet-tart flavor of cranberries in a buttery shortbread crust. Perfect for a holiday dessert or any time you crave a bright and flavorful treat!

Ingredients

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  • For the Crust:
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • For the Filling:
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, roughly chopped
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  1. Make the Crust: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  4. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until lightly golden.
  5. Make the Filling: While the crust is baking, prepare the filling. In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and flour.
  6. Add the eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Whisk until well combined and smooth.
  7. Gently fold in the chopped cranberries.
  8. Pour the filling over the warm crust.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set and no longer jiggly.
  10. Let cool completely in the pan before lifting out using the parchment paper overhang.
  11. Cut into bars and dust with powdered sugar, if desired.

Notes

For a more intense lemon flavor, add an extra tablespoon of lemon zest to the filling. These bars can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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