Blueberry Bars
Deliciously chewy and buttery blueberry bars that balance sweetness and tartness, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the crust
- 7 oz 7 ounces all-purpose flour 1 1/2 cups, 198 grams
- 1 tsp 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
- 1/2 cup 1/2 cup granulated sugar 3 1/2 ounces, 100 grams
- 1/2 tsp 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 tsp 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 4 oz 4 ounces unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
- 1 large 1 large egg yolk
For the filling
- 1/4 cup 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1 3/4 ounces, 50 grams
- 2 tsp 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 tbsp 1 tablespoon lemon juice approximately from 1/2 lemon
- 1 tsp 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups 2 cups fresh blueberries, washed and picked through
Instructions
Preparation
- Place an oven rack in the center and preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease an 8x8 inch nonstick pan with butter or baking spray.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and grated lemon zest, breaking up any clumps. Add the 1/2 cup of sugar, baking powder, and salt, and whisk until combined.
- Using a fork or pastry blender, mix in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the egg yolk and mix until combined. The dough should be crumbly.
- Press half of the dough into the bottom of the greased pan to form an even layer for the crust.
- In another bowl, mix the remaining sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in the blueberries gently.
- Spread the blueberry mixture over the crust and crumble the remaining dough on top.
Baking
- Bake for 38 to 42 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the sides are bubbly.
- Once baked, let the bars cool to room temperature before slicing into desired shapes.
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Notes
Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for added indulgence. Store in an airtight container for freshness.