Oatmeal-Cranberry Bars Recipe

Name: Oatmeal-Cranberry Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 9 each eggs; - PHILADELPHIA Original Cream Cheese, softened; 1 cup butter, at room temperature; 1 box yellow cake mix; 2-1/2 cups brown sugar, packed; 1 cup old-fashioned or quick-cooking oats; 2 cups pecans, chopped; 1 qt. cranberries, coarsely chopped; Streusel Topping; 1 cup butter, at room temperature; 4-2/3 cups yellow cake mix; 3-1/2 cups old-fashioned or quick-cooking oats; 1 tsp. ground cinnamon; Cream Cheese Drizzle; - PHILADELPHIA Original Cream Cheese, softened; 3-1/2 cups powdered sugar; 2 Tbsp. milk; 1/2 tsp. vanilla

Servings: persons

9 each eggs
- PHILADELPHIA Original Cream Cheese, softened
1 cup butter, at room temperature
1 box yellow cake mix
2-1/2 cups brown sugar, packed
1 cup old-fashioned or quick-cooking oats
2 cups pecans, chopped
1 qt. cranberries, coarsely chopped
Streusel Topping
1 cup butter, at room temperature
4-2/3 cups yellow cake mix
3-1/2 cups old-fashioned or quick-cooking oats
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
Cream Cheese Drizzle
- PHILADELPHIA Original Cream Cheese, softened
3-1/2 cups powdered sugar
2 Tbsp. milk
1/2 tsp. vanilla

1
Beat eggs, cream cheese, butter, cake mix, sugar and oats in bowl of mixer fitted with paddle attachment on medium-low speed until well blended, but crumbly.
2
Add nuts and cranberries; beat on low speed just until blended.
3
Spread onto bottoms of 2 greased half-sheet pans (or spread onto bottom of 1 greased half-sheet pan for trial recipe).
4
Streusel Topping: Beat all ingredients in separate bowl with mixer on low speed until well blended, but crumbly; sprinkle over dough.
5
Bake in 300 degrees F-convection oven 28 to 30 min.
6
or until golden brown.
7
Cool completely.
8
Cream Cheese Drizzle: Beat ingredients until well blended; drizzle over dessert.
9
Cut into bars.

2381

kcal

Calories

161

Fat

201

Carbs

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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 9 each eggs, - PHILADELPHIA Original Cream Cheese, softened, 1 cup butter, at room temperature, 1 box yellow cake mix, and more.

Yes, Oatmeal-Cranberry Bars falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Oatmeal-Cranberry Bars

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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