Sour Cream Cranberry Bars Recipe

Name: Sour Cream Cranberry Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup unsalted butter, softened; 1 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed; 2 cups quick-cooking oats; 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 1/2 cups dried cranberries; 1 cup sour cream; 3/4 cup granulated sugar; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon zest, minced; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (yes, again)

Servings: persons

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed
2 cups quick-cooking oats
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups dried cranberries
1 cup sour cream
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon zest, minced
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (yes, again)

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["Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F & set out a 13""x9"" glass baking dish.", "In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter & brown sugar.", "In another bowl, whisk together the oats & the 1 1/2 cups of flour, then add this flour mixture to the butter mixture, blending well.", "Set aside 1 1/2 cups of this crumb mixture. Press the remaining amount of the crumb mixture into the ungreased baking dish, then bake it for 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly browned.", "Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the cranberries, sour cream, sugar, egg, lemon zest, vanilla & the 2 tablespoons of flour, mixing well.", "When the crust has finished baking, spread the cranberry mixture over the crust & sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture over the top.", "Bake for another 20 to 25 minutes or until lightly browned, then cool on a wire rack before cutting into bars. Refrigerate completely cooled bars."]

1284

kcal

Calories

Fat

166

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.
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

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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup unsalted butter, softened, 1 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed, 2 cups quick-cooking oats, 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Sour Cream Cranberry Bars 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.

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Sour Cream Cranberry Bars

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