Cranberry Squares

Divaconviva's Note:

Real quick and easy to make! I got this recipe from an acquaintance at a boardgame night. The original recipe called for walnuts, but I think pecans are a more complementary flavor. These cranberry bars are delicious, with a delightful balance of sweet and tart. Don't count on leftovers - these moist squares get gobbled right up!

• Total Time: 55 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 45 mins

Ingredients:

Yield: 24 Bars

• 1 1/2 cups flour
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 1 cup butter, Softened
• 2 eggs, Beaten
• 2 cups raw cranberries, left whole
• 1 cup pecans, Chopped

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
2. Grease a 9" x 13" Pan.
3. Mix the butter with the sugar, and add the eggs and flour.
4. Stir in the cranberries and pecans.
5. Pour batter into greased pan, spreading out evenly.
6. Bake at 325 degrees for 45 - 50 minutes.
7. Cool. Cut into squares. At Christmas-time, you can add chopped green candied cherries. These also freeze well.

Reviews

[Sauce Lover]

Definitely 5 star worthy. Really easy to make, turned out delicious. Added about 1 tsp. vanilla as I had read the other reviews and we, too, can't stop eating them.

[Chef #1242782]

I just made this recipe with frozen cranberries from last fall. I added vanilla as per previous recommendations and I did not have any nuts in the cupboard so I omitted them. My boyfriend and I cannot stop eating them! Very well balanced, quick and didn't even require a trip to the grocery store. Thanks for posting!

[calisto]

I think next time I should do what SMDeasy suggests by adding vanilla. The fresh cranberries are a little overpowering taste, so my result turned out to be a little on the bitter side..