Cranberry Orange Crisp Bars

Cranberry Orange Crisp Bars are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that will satisfy your sweet tooth. These bars are perfect for any occasion and are sure to impress your guests. The combination of tart cranberries and sweet oranges creates a perfect balance of flavors that will leave you wanting more.
To make these Cranberry Orange Crisp Bars, you will need the following ingredients:

For the crust:

- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

For the filling:

- 2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest

For the topping:

- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
To start, preheat your oven to 350°F and line an 8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, and softened butter until a dough forms. Press the dough into the bottom of the prepared baking dish and bake for 15 minutes.
While the crust is baking, prepare the filling. In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries, sugar, orange juice, and orange zest. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens, about 10 minutes. Pour the filling over the baked crust.
To make the topping, mix together the flour, oats, brown sugar, and melted butter until crumbly. Sprinkle the topping over the filling and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown.
Once the Cranberry Orange Crisp Bars are done baking, let them cool completely before cutting into squares. These bars are perfect for serving at holiday parties, potlucks, or as a sweet treat for yourself.
In two words, this dish can be described as 'Fruity Bars'. The three main ingredients are cranberries, oranges, and oats. The appearance of these bars is golden brown with a layer of cranberry filling and a crumbly oat topping. The taste is a perfect balance of tart cranberries and sweet oranges, with a crunchy and buttery crust. These Cranberry Orange Crisp Bars are sure to become a new favorite dessert in your household.