Cranberry Crumb Squares

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: Christmas, North American, Thanksgiving

Prep Time: 40

Cook Time: 40

Total Time: 1 20

Servings: squares

Calories: 517kcal

Author: Lord Byron's Kitchen

Homemade sweet and tart cranberry filling is sandwiched between two layers of a buttery and chewy crumb mixture in these Cranberry Crumb Squares. Serve these slightly warmed or at room temperature with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate thanksgiving dessert!

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Ingredients

For the Filling:

4 cups fresh cranberries (if using frozen, be sure to completely thaw the berries in a colander first, allowing any excess moisture to drain)
3/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons orange zest
1 tablespoon orange juice
1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch

For the Crumb Mixture:

3 1/2 cups rolled oats (quick oats)
3 teaspoons baking powder
3 cups flour
1 1/2 cups brown sugar
2 cups butter

Instructions

Add all of the cranberry filling ingredients to a mixing bowl and toss well to coat and combine. Set aside.
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F and prepare a 9×13 inch baking dish by lining it with parchment paper.
Next, in a large mixing bowl, add all of the crumb ingredients and use your hands to rub the butter into the dry ingredients until a crumbly consistency is formed.
Press half of the crumb mixture into the prepared 9×13 baking dish. Press firmly to form a solid base.
Pour the cranberry mixture over top and spread it out evenly.
Next, evenly distribute the remaining crumb mixture over top, pressing very lightly to push the crumb mixture gently into the cranberry layer.
Bake for 40 minutes.
Allow to cool completely or until just warm to the touch. Once ready, cut into squares and serve with a scoop of really good vanilla ice cream.

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