Cranberry Curd Bars Recipe

Cranberry Curd Bars

We're excited to share with you a recipe for delicious and decadent Cranberry Curd Bars that will have your taste buds dancing with joy. This recipe is a perfect combination of sweet and tart, making it a great dessert for any occasion. Our team of expert bakers has crafted this recipe with care and precision to ensure that you get the best results possible. In this article, we'll guide you through every step of the recipe, from gathering the ingredients to serving the finished product. So let's get started!

Ingredients

To make these Cranberry Curd Bars, you'll need the following ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cranberry sauce

Instructions

Step 1:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 2:

Prepare the crust In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, and softened butter. Mix until well combined and crumbly. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Bake for 20 minutes or until lightly golden brown.

Step 3:

Make the curd filling In another mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and salt until well combined. Pour the mixture over the baked crust and bake for 25-30 minutes or until set.

Step 4:

Add cranberry sauce Remove the baking dish from the oven and spread the cranberry sauce over the curd filling. Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes or until the cranberry sauce is set.

Step 5:

Chill and serve Remove the baking dish from the oven and let it cool to room temperature. Once cooled, chill the Cranberry Curd Bars in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight. When ready to serve, cut the bars into squares and enjoy!

Conclusion

In conclusion, these Cranberry Curd Bars are a must-try dessert that will leave you and your guests wanting more. The combination of sweet and tart flavors is perfectly balanced, making it a great choice for any occasion. Follow our detailed instructions and you'll be able to create a dessert that is not only delicious but also visually appealing. We hope you enjoy this recipe and don't forget to share it with your friends and family!

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Cooking Method
Cuisine
Difficulty Intermediate
Time
Prep Time: 30 min Cook Time: 30 min Total Time: 1 hr
Servings 6
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Ingredients
  • 1.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 3/4 cups unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cranberry sauce
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

  2. Prepare the crust In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, and softened butter. Mix until well combined and crumbly. 

  3. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish. Bake for 20 minutes or until lightly golden brown.

  4. Make the curd filling In another mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and salt until well combined.

  5. Pour the mixture over the baked crust and bake for 25-30 minutes or until set.

  6. Add cranberry sauce Remove the baking dish from the oven and spread the cranberry sauce over the curd filling.

  7. Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes or until the cranberry sauce is set.

  8. Chill and serve Remove the baking dish from the oven and let it cool to room temperature. Once cooled, chill the Cranberry Curd Bars in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight

  9. When ready to serve, cut the bars into squares and enjoy!