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The Ultimate Guide to Making Delicious Cranberry Bliss Bars at Home

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Enjoy a guilt-free version of Starbucks’ famous Cranberry Bliss Bars! This healthier recipe features a moist, flavorful base with tart cranberries and a creamy frosting, all with lower carbs and calories. Perfect for a festive treat or a sweet snack any time of the year.

Ingredients

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Bars:

  • 6 tbsp softened butter
  • ⅓ cup low-carb sweetener (or preferred alternative*)
  • 1 tsp molasses (optional, for flavor)
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp orange extract
  • ¼ cup almond flour
  • ¼ cup coconut flour
  • ¼ cup ground golden flaxseed (or extra almond flour)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp ginger (optional)
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries (finely chopped) or sugar-free dried cranberries
  • ½ cup sugar-free white chocolate chips (optional)

Frosting:

  • 4 oz softened cream cheese
  • 1 tbsp softened butter
  • ½ cup powdered sweetener
  • 4 drops lemon extract

Optional Topping:

  • ½ cup sugar-free white chocolate chips (melted for drizzle)
  • Extra chopped cranberries for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat & Prep:
    • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
  2. Make the Batter:
    • In a bowl, cream together butter and sweetener.
    • Add molasses, salt, eggs, vanilla, and orange extract. Mix well.
    • Stir in almond flour, coconut flour, flaxseed, baking powder, and ginger until combined.
    • Fold in cranberries and white chocolate chips (if using).
  3. Bake:
    • Spread batter evenly into the pan.
    • Bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown.
    • Let cool for 15 minutes before frosting.
  4. Prepare Frosting:
    • Beat cream cheese, butter, powdered sweetener, and lemon extract until fluffy.
    • Gently spread over slightly warm bars (use small dollops and an offset spatula).
    • Top with extra cranberries or a white chocolate drizzle (optional).
  5. Chill & Serve:
    • Refrigerate until firm, then cut into 16 squares.

Notes

  • Sweetener Substitutions: Adjust based on brand (see original recipe notes).
  • Molasses Alternative: Omit if preferred (adds minimal carbs).
  • For Thinner Bars: Use a 9×13-inch pan and bake for 20–25 minutes.

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