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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes |
Ready In: 60 Minutes Servings: 24 |
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âMy mom created this wonderful dessert after tasting something similar,â writes Debbie Kersh in Springtown, Texas. The sweet bars boast a tangy cranberry flavor. Ingredients:
1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed |
1 package (8 ounces) chopped dates |
3/4 cup chopped pecans |
2 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup sugar, divided |
2-1/3 cups king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour, divided |
2 cups old-fashioned oats |
1/2 cup packed brown sugar |
1/2 teaspoon baking soda |
1 cup butter, melted |
3/4 cup caramel ice cream topping |
Directions:
1. In a small bowl, combine the cranberries, dates, pecans and 2 tablespoons sugar; set aside.
2. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda and remaining sugar. Stir in butter; set aside 1 cup for topping. Press remaining crumb mixture into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 15 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, place the remaining flour in a small bowl. Stir in caramel topping until smooth; set aside. Sprinkle cranberry mixture over crust; drizzle with caramel mixture. Sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture.
4. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars. Store in the refrigerator. Yield: 2 dozen.
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