Lemon Blueberry Bars
A delightful blend of tangy lemon filling with fresh blueberries on a buttery crust, perfect for sunny days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for filling)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9 inch baking pan to prepare for the crust.
- Cream the butter and 1/2 cup sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add 2 cups of flour and salt to the butter mixture and mix until just combined.
- Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust.
- Bake the crust for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden.
- Whisk together 1 cup sugar, 3 eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, 1/4 cup flour, and baking powder until smooth.
- Fold in the fresh blueberries gently.
- Pour the lemon mixture over the baked crust, spreading it evenly.
- Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until set and slightly golden.
- Cool in the pan before cutting into squares.
Notes
For a sweeter treat, dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with a lemon glaze. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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