~ festive cranberry gems ~ delicious!!

How To Make ~ festive cranberry gems ~ delicious!!

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  In a medium saucepan over medium heat, stir together the cranberries, sugar, zest, marmalade and water. Bring to a boil and as the cranberries start to pop and cook, smash with a spoon against the inside of pan. Reduce heat and simmer until thickened, stirring often. ( 8 - 10 minutes) Set aside to cool completely.
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  Preheat oven to 350 degree F. In food processor, add the flour, oats, baking powder, salt, brown sugar, cinnamon and butter. Pulse until combined and butter is completely incorporated. ( This can be done by hand as well. Place ingredients in a bowl and using a pastry blender, work in the butter until mix looks like coarse crumbs. )
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  Once cranberries are cool. Place foil into a 9 inch square pan with an overhang. Spray foil with nonstick cooking spray. Spread half the oat mixture into the bottom of pan and pat evenly.
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  Spread the cranberry mixture evenly over crust.
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  Sprinkle remaining crumbs evenly over the cranberries and press down lightly.
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  Bake for 25 minutes or until edges are starting to brown. Place on cooling rack and cool completely. Remove from pan using the overhanging foil. Cut into desired sized bars.
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  Great for dessert, breakfast or a snack on the run. Note: I think these would also be great if adding a few chopped nuts to the topping before adding.
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