Starbucks Cranberry Bliss Bars (Copycat Recipe)
These Starbucks Cranberry Bliss Bars are a homemade version of the popular seasonal treat. They feature a soft blondie base, creamy cream cheese frosting, sweet white chocolate drizzle, and tart dried cranberries—perfect for holidays, gifting, or cozy coffee breaks.
Ingredients
Blondie Base
- ¾ cup unsalted butter melted and slightly cooled
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup dried cranberries
Cream Cheese Frosting
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- ¼ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1½ cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp orange zest optional but recommended
Topping
- ½ cup white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate
- ¼ cup dried cranberries
Instructions
Make the Blondie Base
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Stir in dried cranberries.
- Spread batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the center is just set.
- Allow the blondie base to cool completely before frosting.
Make the Frosting
- In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
- Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and orange zest. Beat until fluffy.
Assemble the Bars
- Spread frosting evenly over the cooled blondie base.
- Melt white chocolate gently (microwave in short intervals, stirring between).
- Drizzle melted white chocolate over the frosting.
- Sprinkle dried cranberries on top.
- Refrigerate for 30–45 minutes until set.
Slice and Serve
- Remove from the fridge and cut into triangles or bars using a sharp knife.
- Clean the knife between cuts for neat edges.
Notes
- For clean slices, chill the bars fully before cutting.
- Orange zest adds brightness similar to the Starbucks version but can be skipped.
- Do not overbake the base—slightly soft centers keep the bars moist.
Nutrition
Calories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 190mgFiber: 1gSugar: 29g
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