Starbucks Copycat Cranberry Bliss Bars

Do you love cranberry bliss bars? If you do, you are in for a treat with this Starbucks copycat cranberry bliss bars recipe by Just Add More Butter. You no longer have to worry if your local Starbucks runs out of this seasonal item, as you can make it at home. Get your cravings satisfied with this scrumptious treat!

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These sweet treats have a blondie base then topped with a creamy frosting and cranberries. How can you not love these delicious dessert bars? Every layer is just heavenly, just like the popular Starbucks version. Make them any time you want in the comforts of your home any time of the year with this copycat recipe. Be sure to grab a coffee, while enjoying this treat.

Easy Cranberry Bliss Bars Ingredients

For the blondie layer:

• 3/4 cup of salted butter (cubed)
• 1 1/2 cups of packed light brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 3/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 2 1/4 cups of all purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon of salt
• 1/8 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup of dried cranberries
• 6 ounces white baking chocolate (coarsely chopped)

For the frosting:

• 8 ounces of cream cheese (room temperature)
• 1 cup of powdered sugar (sifted)
• 6 ounces white baking chocolate (melted)
• 1/2 cup of dried cranberries (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon of orange zest

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How to Make Starbucks Cranberry Bliss Bars at Home

Step 1:

Start by preheating the oven to 350F then spraying a 9 x 13 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray or lining it with a parchment paper.

Step 2:

Add the butter in a large heatproof bowl and melt in the microwave. Stir in the brown sugar, then let it cool to room temp. Once cooled, add the eggs and vanilla. Beat well using an electric mixer.

Step 3:

In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually add to the butter mixture.

Step 4:

Stir in the cranberries and chopped chocolate. Spread the blondie batter into the prepared dish, then place inside the preheated oven. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Once done baking, let it cool completely.

Step 5:

Make the frosting. Beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar in a large bowl using an electric mixer. Gradually add half of the melted white chocolate and mix until smooth. Spread the frosting over the completely cooled blondies. Sprinkle cranberries on top the drizzle the remaining melted white chocolate.

Step 6:

Cut into square bars, then each one at an angle. Place in the fridge until ready to serve. Enjoy!

Starbucks Copycat Cranberry Bliss Bars