For a richer flavor, consider toasting the pecans or walnuts before chopping. If you don't have a food processor, you can mix the dry ingredients in a bowl and cut in the butter using a pastry blender or your fingertips. To make the dough ahead of time, combine the dry ingredients and butter, then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature slightly before pressing into the pan. The cranberry jam can also be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Cranberry Jam Bars
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PREP TIME25 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs
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TOTAL TIME2 hrs 45 mins
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SERVING18 People
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VIEWS27
These cranberry jam bars offer a delightful blend of tart cranberries, nutty textures, and a warm spice profile, creating a perfectly balanced treat for any occasion. Ideal for Thanksgiving or Christmas, these bars bring festive flavors to your table.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate30 g
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Cholesterol14 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein2 g
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Saturated Fat4 g
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Sodium89 mg
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Sugar17 g
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Fat9 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01
Step
45 mins
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine cranberries, granulated sugar, and water. Stir frequently, bringing the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring and gently mashing the cranberries, until the mixture thickens significantly. This should take approximately 15 minutes. Allow the jam to cool completely, about 30 minutes.
02
Step
5 mins
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8-inch square baking pan with aluminum foil, ensuring the foil extends over the edges for easy removal. Lightly spray the foil with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
03
Step
5 mins
In a food processor, pulse together the flour, rolled oats, chopped pecans or walnuts, light brown sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Pulse about 3 times to combine. Add the room temperature butter and pulse until the mixture begins to form clumps.
04
Step
5 mins
Press half of the dough mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan. Spread the cooled cranberry jam evenly over the pressed dough base. Sprinkle the remaining dough mixture evenly over the jam layer and gently press it down to create an even topping.
05
Step
50 mins
Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
06
Step
5 mins
Once completely cooled, use the foil overhang to lift the pastry from the pan. Cut into bars and serve.
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Giles Dach
Jun 6, 2025Easy to follow recipe and the bars turned out great. I used walnuts instead of pecans, and they were fantastic.
Erwin Raynor
May 29, 2025I added a bit of orange zest to the cranberry mixture, and it brightened the flavor even more!
Missouri Emmerich
May 9, 2025The topping was perfectly crumbly and delicious. Will definitely make again for Christmas!
Jaclyn Schneiderjones
Apr 8, 2025These bars were a hit at our Thanksgiving gathering! The cranberry jam was the perfect balance of sweet and tart.