Description
A festive dessert bar perfect for Christmas gatherings. These treats are easy to make and full of holiday cheer.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk flour, salt, baking powder, and cinnamon.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
- Fold in chocolate chips, nuts, cranberries, and white chocolate chips.
- Spread batter evenly in the prepared pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool completely before cutting into bars.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or ginger.
- Substitute cranberries with raisins if preferred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: christmas dessert bar, festive treats, holiday baking