Cranberry Bars

Step 1

Line a 9”x5”x3” loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving enough overhanging so that you can easily pull the bars out of the pan.

Step 2

Preheat the oven to 350°.

Step 3

In the bowl of a food processor, add the flour, sugar, and salt. Pulse once to combine. Add the butter and pulse a few times until a coarse meal forms. The dough should barely clump together slightly when you squeeze it in your hand. It will not be overly sticky.

Step 4

Press the mixture into the loaf pan in an even layer. Bake for 25 minutes.

Step 5

Stir the cranberry sauce and vanilla together in a small bowl.

Step 6

Pour the cranberry sauce mixture over the cooked shortbread and bake another 20 minutes, or until the shortbread is golden brown. Let cool in the pan before attempting to slice. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.