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Air Fryer Cranberry Magic Cookie Bars

Name: Air Fryer Cranberry Magic Cookie Bars
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 24 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 2 cups graham cracker crumbs; 6 tablespoons butter (unsalted, and melted); 1/2 teaspoon salt (divided); 14 ounces can condensed milk; 1 cup dried cranberries; 1 cup walnuts; 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut; 1/2 cup white chocolate chips; 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips

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Air-Fried Cranberry Magic Cookie Bars—The holidays are coming, which means lots of delicious treats to bite into!

If you’re looking for a new recipe to add to your repertoire, why not try these Air-Fried Cranberry Magic Cookie Bars? They’re easy to make and scrumptious. Plus, the air fryer makes them nice and crispy, so grab your air fryer and let’s get baking!

I love baking in the air fryer, and over the years, I have made some really delicious treats, including my favorite Copycat Air Fryer Starbucks Cheese Danish, and even some homemade air fryer banana bread!

What Are Cranberry Magic Cookie Bars

Try cranberry magic cookie bars if you’re looking for a festive new dessert for the holidays.

These delicious bars have a graham cracker crust and are topped with condensed milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, cranberries, coconut flakes, and chocolate chips.

The result is a gooey, decadent treat that pairs cranberries’ tartness with chocolate’s richness. Plus, these bars are straightforward to make and can be easily transported for potlucks or holiday parties. So the next time you need a festive dessert, try cranberry magic cookie bars—your taste buds will thank you. (Pro tip: Try substituting white chocolate chips for even more holiday flair!)

Can You Bake Cookie Bars In Air Fryer

Yes, you can bake cookie bars in an air fryer. And they are delicious! There is nothing better!

Using the air fryer to bake cookies will keep your oven-free for the Holiday Ham or Turkey!

Ingredients Needed For Air Fryer Cranberry Magic Cookie Bars

Are you ready for a tasty treat that’s also easy to make? You only need simple ingredients to whip up delicious air fryer cranberry magic cookie bars.

Remember the step-by-step directions and detailed ingredient list are below, in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post, as well as the nutritional information.

Graham Cracker Crumbs: You can purchase graham crackers and crush them or graham cracker crumbs.
Butter: Use unsalted, melted butter.
Salt: Adds some flavor.
Condensed Milk: Be careful not to grab sweetened condensed milk; otherwise, it will be too sweet.
Dried Cranberries: You can use Craisins.
Walnuts: Use whole or diced walnuts.
Coconut: Use shredded sweetened coconut.
Chocolate Chips: A blend of white and milk chocolate chips.

How To Cook Cranberry Magic Cookie Bars In Air Fryer

Here are the step-by-step directions to make air fryer cookie bars.

Spray your baking pan with cooking spray and set aside. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, the melted butter, and ¼ teaspoon of salt until well combined. Pour the crumbs into the greased baking pan and spread them evenly to create the base. Use your hands to press the base into the pan firmly.

Set the pan into the air fryer and cook for 8 to 10 minutes at 300 degrees F or until the crust is golden brown.

Slowly drizzle the can of condensed milk evenly over the graham cracker base. Do not try to use a spoon or anything else to spread the condensed milk. Add the dried cranberries, walnuts, coconut, chocolate chips, and remaining ¼ teaspoon of salt to a medium bowl and combine. Sprinkle the mixture over the condensed milk in an even layer.

Air Fry at 310 degrees F for 10 to 14 minutes or until the top is golden. Allow the cookie bars to set in the pan for at least an hour before cutting and serving.

Tips For The Best Air Fryer Cranberry Cookie Bars

Do not try to spread the condensed milk over the graham cracker base, as doing so will likely cause the crust to pull apart. It is OK if some small crust patches show beneath the condensed milk; it will spread more as it bakes.
Ensure you are using sweetened shredded coconut and not unsweetened.
To make the bars more festive, you can substitute walnuts for pecans. If you need to make the bars nut-free, replace the nuts with another ⅓ cup of cranberries, coconut, and chocolate chips. In total, you want to have four cups of topping.
Be sure to let the cookie bar set for at least an hour before you try to cut it. Cutting too early will result in the bars falling apart.

How To Serve Cranberry Coconut Bars

The cookie bars can be cut with a cutter set to create more uniform squares or circles.

How To Store Cranberry Bars

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days.

These cranberry magic cookie bars make excellent gifts when wrapped in a clear plastic bag with a bow or added to a cookie tin.

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