Cranberry Chews Recipe

Indulge in these irresistible Cranberry Chews, a Thanksgiving twist on a classic bar cookie! Inspired by Sharon Tyler Herbst's "The Joy of Cookies," this recipe features a delightful combination of tart cranberry sauce, sweet orange marmalade, and a buttery oat crumble topping. Skip the fuss of fresh cranberries – this recipe uses convenient cranberry sauce for a time-saving shortcut that doesn't compromise on flavor. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy autumn treat. This updated recipe uses only 1 cup of crumble mixture for topping (previously 1 1/2 cups) based on reviewer feedback for optimal texture.

Prep Time 25 mins

Cook Time 75 mins

Calories 91.6 kcal

Protein 2g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cranberry Chews

2 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
1 1/2 cups rolled oats
1 (14-ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce
1/2 cup orange marmalade
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)

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How to Make Cranberry Chews

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 10x15-inch jelly-roll pan.
In a large bowl, combine 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup packed light brown sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
Cut in 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter using a pastry blender or two knives until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Stir in 1 1/2 cups rolled oats.
Reserve 1 cup of the oat mixture.
Firmly press the remaining oat mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
Bake for 15 minutes.
Cool for 10 minutes before adding the filling.
In a medium bowl, combine 1 (14-ounce) can cranberry sauce, 1/2 cup orange marmalade, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
Gradually sift in 1/3 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing well after each addition until smooth.
Spread the cranberry mixture evenly over the baked and cooled crust.
Add 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional) to the reserved oat mixture.
Sprinkle the reserved oat mixture over the cranberry filling.
Bake for approximately 30 minutes, or until the topping is lightly browned.
Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Cut into 64 bars (8 rows x 8 columns).
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

30g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cranberry Chews?

Cranberry Chews takes about 100 minutes from start to finish — roughly 25 minutes to prepare and 75 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cranberry Chews?

Cranberry Chews has approximately 91.6 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 6 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cranberry Chews?

The key ingredients for Cranberry Chews are All Purpose Flour, Brown Sugar, Ground Cinnamon, Ground Nutmeg, Ground Cloves, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.