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    Home » Dessert » Cranberry Sauce Bars

    Cranberry Sauce Bars

    Published: Nov 26, 2020 · Modified: Feb 26, 2023 by Sula · This post may contain affiliate links · 36 Comments

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    Since many of our holiday gatherings are a little smaller than usual this year, there’s a good chance you’ve got leftover cranberry sauce. Here’s a new way to use it to make a delicious treat: cranberry sauce bars!

    Ingredients needed

    • Cranberry sauce
    • Egg
    • Flour
    • Sugar
    • Butter
    • Baking soda
    stack of cranberry sauce bars on a small green plate

    How to make these crumble bars filled with cranberry sauce

    This recipe is based upon my red, white and blueberry crumble bars I made for 4th of July. Like Thanksgiving, this is another strictly American holiday, now that I think of it. . .

    The red, white and blue version makes a 9 x 13 pan. I wanted a smaller amount this time, so reduced it down to an 8 x 8 size. I simply made half the amount of the crust. The only tricky part to this is that the original recipe called for one egg. So, for this smaller recipe, we need half an egg. Awkward. I used just the yolk and added the extra egg white to my scrambled eggs for breakfast. 😃

    Mix up the dough and press half of it into the pan. Then, spread the cranberry sauce evenly over the dough. Crumble the remaining dough over the cranberry layer. Then bake for about 30-35 minutes, until the top is slightly brown. Cool before cutting.

    Plate of bars behind some Christmas greens and holly

    The recipe states 2 cups of sauce but as you can see, that does make a pretty thick layer of sauce. Plus, when you have leftovers it’ll probably be something like 1.2167 cups. Right? Feel free to use whatever amount you have; I’m guessing one cup would be the absolute minimum. Or you could supplement the amount by adding a little jam. I think a raspberry-cranberry combination would be extremely delightful! This is a very flexible recipe so feel free to experiment a little.

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    These cranberry sauce bars are a great way to enjoy your holiday leftovers!

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    Cranberry Sauce Crumble Bars

    Use your leftover cranberry sauce to make these easy and delicious bars!
    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Cook Time35 minutes mins
    Total Time45 minutes mins
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 16
    Calories: 174kcal
    Author: Sula

    Ingredients

    Dough

    • ½ cup sugar
    • 1 ½ cups flour
    • ½ teaspoon baking powder
    • ½ cup butter softened
    • 1 egg yolk

    Filling

    • 2 cups cranberry sauce

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 375F. Prepare an 8x8 pan by greasing or lining with parchment paper.
    • In a medium bowl, stir together the sugar, flour and baking powder. Use a fork or pastry cutter to blend in the butter and egg. Dough will be crumbly.
    • Press half the dough into the prepared pan.
    • Spread the cranberry sauce over the dough to make an even layer. Crumble remaining dough over the cranberry layer.
    • Bake in preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until top is slightly brown. Cool completely before cutting into squares.

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    Notes

    Less sauce can be used, the cranberry layer will just be a little thinner. You can also supplement the cranberry sauce with a little fruit jam if desired.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 174kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 62mg | Potassium: 34mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 208IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 1mg

    Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.

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    Comments

    1. Anjali

      December 04, 2020 at 3:59 pm

      5 stars
      Omg what a creative and easy way to use up all that leftover cranberry sauce I have from Thanksgiving!! We will be making this recipe this weekend!

      Reply
      • Sula

        December 04, 2020 at 6:53 pm

        Enjoy!

        Reply
        • Sarah

          January 21, 2022 at 8:52 am

          5 stars
          It was very good! In fact I’m going to make more cranberry orange sauce for another batch! The taste reminded me of a Linzer cookie but WAY easier to make. Thank you for sharing your recipe.

          Reply
          • Sula

            January 21, 2022 at 8:56 am

            You're very welcome, and yes I can see how it would remind you of a Linzer cookie! There's something so great about that crust combined with cranberry sauce. Now you've put ME in the mood for another batch! LOL thank you so much for the kind review.

            Reply
    2. Tawnie

      December 04, 2020 at 3:51 pm

      5 stars
      Wow, these were fabulous! I had leftover cranberry sauce from Thanksgiving and these were the perfect treat!

      Reply
      • Sula

        December 04, 2020 at 6:52 pm

        I'm so glad you liked them Tawnie!

        Reply
    3. Jamie

      December 04, 2020 at 3:23 pm

      5 stars
      This is such a great idea to make cranberry bars!! I always wonder what to do with leftovers and now I know! Saving this to make this weekend!

      Reply
      • Sula

        December 04, 2020 at 6:53 pm

        I hope you like them as much as I do!

        Reply
    4. Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry

      December 04, 2020 at 3:19 pm

      5 stars
      What a tasty way to enjoy leftover cranberry sauce! These look oh so delicious.

      Reply
      • Sula

        December 04, 2020 at 6:53 pm

        It's the perfect way to use that sauce!

        Reply
    5. Jenn

      December 04, 2020 at 2:50 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe is unbelievably good! So festive, and so easy!

      Reply
      • Sula

        December 04, 2020 at 6:53 pm

        The best kind, right? Happy Holidays!

        Reply
    6. Mama Maggie's Kitchen

      December 02, 2020 at 1:51 am

      5 stars
      My mouth is watering. I want to eat that!

      Reply
      • Sula

        December 02, 2020 at 7:07 am

        I hope you try them soon!

        Reply
    7. Audrey

      November 30, 2020 at 5:41 pm

      5 stars
      How easy and delicious!

      Reply
      • Sula

        December 01, 2020 at 7:43 am

        Yes, both these!

        Reply
    8. Big Trouble

      November 30, 2020 at 4:51 pm

      5 stars
      Ooo, smart idea on how to use cranberry leftovers! These look so yummy!

      Reply
      • Sula

        November 30, 2020 at 5:13 pm

        It's definitely a yummy way to re-purpose!

        Reply
    9. Raquel

      November 30, 2020 at 4:43 pm

      5 stars
      Love this recipe! Thank you!

      Reply
      • Sula

        December 01, 2020 at 7:43 am

        You're welcome! I'm so glad you like it!

        Reply
    10. Kay

      November 30, 2020 at 11:55 am

      5 stars
      A great way of using up leftover cranberry sauce!

      Reply
      • Sula

        December 01, 2020 at 7:44 am

        It's my favorite solution for that particular leftover!

        Reply
    11. Cindy Mom, the Lunch Lady

      November 29, 2020 at 11:27 am

      5 stars
      I can almost taste with sweet tartness of these bars. Such a brilliant way to use up that leftover cranberry sauce!!

      Reply
      • Sula

        November 29, 2020 at 12:33 pm

        That's exactly it Cindy, both sweet and tart in every bite!

        Reply
    12. Mihaela|https://theworldisanoyster.com/

      November 29, 2020 at 5:04 am

      5 stars
      If I make the sauce I was planning for Christmas, I'm sure it will be used for these, mainly. They look mouth-watering!

      Reply
      • Sula

        November 29, 2020 at 7:49 am

        Perfect for any leftover sauce - I like to make extra, just to make these!

        Reply
    13. Gina Abernathy

      November 28, 2020 at 3:31 pm

      This would have to be good. I love cranberry sauce, but only eat it during the holidays. I could make these bars all year and enjoy cranberry sauce more. 🙂

      Reply
      • Sula

        November 28, 2020 at 5:17 pm

        Exactly, cranberry sauce should be enjoyed year-round!

        Reply
    14. Leah

      November 28, 2020 at 3:20 pm

      This is such a great idea to use up leftover cranberry sauce! Looks delicious!

      Reply
      • Sula

        November 28, 2020 at 5:18 pm

        Thank you, I hope you get the chance to try them, they are super tasty!

        Reply
    15. Emily Flint

      November 28, 2020 at 12:49 pm

      5 stars
      This is brilliant! Two of my favorite things and of course I have leftover cranberry sauce. I am making these today!

      Reply
      • Sula

        November 28, 2020 at 5:17 pm

        I hope you love them like I do!

        Reply
    16. Alyssa Hixenbaugh

      November 28, 2020 at 9:18 am

      5 stars
      What a great way to use leftover cranberries! It’s an easy recipe to follow as well! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
      • Sula

        November 28, 2020 at 5:17 pm

        You are welcome, I hope you try these soon. 🙂

        Reply
    17. Gabriela

      November 28, 2020 at 8:05 am

      5 stars
      What a great way to use an overstock of cranberries.

      Reply
      • Sula

        November 28, 2020 at 8:08 am

        I re-purposes them for a delicious treat!

        Reply

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