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Cranberry Crumble Bars

These Cranberry Crumble Bars are a delightful blend of tart cranberries and a buttery, oaty crust, perfect for holiday desserts or everyday enjoyment.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Crust and Crumble
  • 2 cups all purpose flour unbleached preferred
  • 1 cup old fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Filling
  • 2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries do not thaw if frozen
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp orange zest
  • 2 tbsp orange juice
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • 8x8 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cup

Method
 

Preheat and Prep
    Make the Dough
      Press the Base
        Prepare the Filling
          Assemble
            Bake to Perfection
              Cool Completely

                Notes

                These Cranberry Crumble Bars are best served slightly warm with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
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