Cranberry Butterscotch Squares Recipe

Name: Cranberry Butterscotch Squares
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 28 whole graham crackers; 2 1/4 cups margarine; 2 cups brown sugar; 1 1/2 cups milk; 2 teaspoons vanilla; 4 cups graham cracker crumbs; 3/4 cup dried cranberries; FROSTING; 1/2 cup margarine; 3 tablespoons milk; 2 teaspoons almond extract; 1 -2 drop red food coloring; 4 cups icing sugar; 1 cup dried cranberries

Servings: persons

28 whole graham crackers
2 1/4 cups margarine
2 cups brown sugar
1 1/2 cups milk
2 teaspoons vanilla
4 cups graham cracker crumbs
3/4 cup dried cranberries
FROSTING
1/2 cup margarine
3 tablespoons milk
2 teaspoons almond extract
1 -2 drop red food coloring
4 cups icing sugar
1 cup dried cranberries

1
Spray a 12 x 18 cookie sheet (with raised edges) with Pam, then line the graham crackers, you can break them by hand to fit, covering entire pan.
2
In a large pot, melt margarine ove med. high heat.
3
Add brown sugar and milk, boil for 3 min's.
4
Remove from heat, stir in vanilla, graham crumbs and dried cranberries.
5
Spoon over the graham crackers, chill until firm.
6
FROSTING:
7
Beat softend margarine with milk and almond extract.
8
Add the icing sugar and beat until smooth.
9
You may add more milk or icing sugar, mixture should be firm, but soft enough to spread.
10
Beat in 1 - 2 drops of red food colouring, the frosting should be a pretty pink.
11
Frost the squares, dot with dried cranberries.
12
Chill, then cut 8 down and 12 across.

2499

kcal

Calories

Fat

253

Carbs

163

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 28 whole graham crackers, 2 1/4 cups margarine, 2 cups brown sugar, 1 1/2 cups milk, and more.

Yes, Cranberry Butterscotch Squares falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cranberry Butterscotch Squares

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Variations & substitutions

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