Cranberry Bog Bars Recipe

These easy Cranberry Bog Bars are a delicious way to use up extra cranberries! This simple recipe from a Taste of Home Magazine features a buttery oat crumble topping over a tart cranberry sauce filling. Perfect for holiday baking or any time you crave a sweet and tangy treat. Few ingredients, minimal effort, maximum flavor!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 327.2 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Cranberry Bog Bars

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How to Make Cranberry Bog Bars

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 1 cup packed light brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Stir in 2 1/2 cups rolled oats and 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour until just combined.
  4. Press half of the oat mixture into the prepared baking pan.
  5. Spread 1 (14-16 ounce) can of whole berry cranberry sauce evenly over the oat crust.
  6. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter.
  7. Stir in 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar, 1/2 cup rolled oats, and 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional).
  8. Sprinkle the pecan oat crumble evenly over the cranberry sauce.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the cranberry filling is bubbly.
  10. Let cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into bars.
  11. Cut into bars and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

110g

Fat

42g

Carbs

14g

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