Copycat Starbucks Cranberry Bliss Bars Easy Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup dried cranberries, chopped
• 0.5 cup white chocolate chips
• 0.25 cup orange zest
• 0.25 cup cream cheese, softened
• 0.5 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon milk

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6. Fold in the chopped cranberries, white chocolate chips, and orange zest.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. While the bars are baking, prepare the frosting. In a small bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the powdered sugar and mix until well combined. Add in the milk to reach your desired consistency.
9. Once the bars are done, allow them to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, lift them out using the parchment paper and cut into squares.
10. Spread the cream cheese frosting over the top of the bars and garnish with additional chopped cranberries and a sprinkle of orange zest, if desired.