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Copycat Starbucks Cranberry Bliss Bars Recipe

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Enjoy a delightful, bakery-style treat with these Copycat Starbucks Cranberry Bliss Bars. These bars combine a buttery, brown sugar-infused base dotted with white chocolate chips and tart dried cranberries, topped with a creamy orange-infused white chocolate cream cheese frosting. Perfect for a festive dessert or a sweet snack any time of year.

Ingredients

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Bar Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ cups packed light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon orange oil or 1 teaspoon orange extract
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • ½ cup dried cranberries

Frosting Ingredients

  • 8 oz. cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ⅛ teaspoon orange oil or ½ teaspoon orange extract
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips, melted and divided
  • ½ cup dried cranberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring the paper overhangs the sides for easy lifting later. Lightly spray with nonstick baking spray and set aside.
  2. Mix wet ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the melted unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and packed light brown sugar. Whisk them together until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
  3. Add flavorings and eggs: Stir in the vanilla extract, orange oil (or orange extract), and room temperature eggs. Whisk until all ingredients are fully incorporated and smooth.
  4. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, stir together the salt, all-purpose flour, and baking powder. Gradually add these dry ingredients to the wet butter and sugar mixture, stirring until just combined.
  5. Fold in mix-ins: Gently fold the white chocolate chips and dried cranberries into the batter, evenly distributing them throughout.
  6. Bake the bars: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 25-27 minutes until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool completely: Remove the baked bars from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan to ensure the frosting applies smoothly.
  8. Prepare frosting: In a bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and orange oil or extract until the mixture is light, fluffy, and smooth.
  9. Melt white chocolate and combine: Melt the white chocolate chips in the microwave by heating in 30-second increments, stirring until smooth. Add half of this melted white chocolate to the cream cheese frosting and beat until fully combined.
  10. Frost the bars: Using the parchment paper overhang, lift the cooled bars from the baking pan and place on a flat surface. Spread the cream cheese and white chocolate frosting evenly over the bars.
  11. Decorate and drizzle: Sprinkle the remaining dried cranberries on top of the frosting. Drizzle the remaining melted white chocolate over the bars in a decorative pattern.
  12. Slice and serve: Cut the frosted bars into triangles or desired shapes and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Notes

  • Ensure eggs are at room temperature to help the batter blend smoothly.
  • Orange oil is very concentrated; use sparingly to avoid overpowering the flavor.
  • Allow bars to cool completely before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • For easier cleanup, use parchment paper with an overhang to lift bars from the pan.
  • Adjust dried cranberry quantity to taste or substitute with other dried berries if preferred.

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