Holiday Cranberry Magic Cookie Bars Recipe

Indulge in the festive magic of these Cranberry Magic Cookie Bars! Perfect for holiday gatherings, these sweet and irresistible bars are studded with cranberries and a buttery, crunchy crust. A small piece satisfies a major sweet craving, making them the perfect addition to your holiday cookie tray. Get the recipe now and impress your guests!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 171.2 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 4.4 (8 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Holiday Cranberry Magic Cookie Bars

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How to Make Holiday Cranberry Magic Cookie Bars

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease an 11x7-inch or 9x9-inch baking pan.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs and ½ cup (1 stick) melted unsalted butter. Mix until evenly moistened.
  4. Press the crumb mixture firmly into the prepared baking pan to form an even crust.
  5. In a large bowl, combine 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk, 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, ½ cup dried cranberries, ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional), and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  6. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
  7. Pour the mixture evenly over the graham cracker crust.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the topping is set.
  9. Let cool completely in the pan before cutting into bars or triangles.
  10. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

59g

Fat

26g

Carbs

6g