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Blueberry Crumb Bars Recipe

Blueberry Crumb Bars Recipe
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These Blueberry Crumb Bars combine a buttery, shortbread-like crumble crust with a luscious, jammy blueberry filling. Perfectly sweetened with a blend of granulated and brown sugar, and brightened by lemon zest and juice, these bars are an easy, summery treat that can be enjoyed fresh or chilled.

Ingredients

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Crumb Crust and Topping

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Blueberry Filling

  • 3 cups fresh blueberries
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (add extra 1 tbsp if using frozen blueberries)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Prepare the blueberry filling: In a medium bowl, combine the blueberries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Stir gently to coat the berries evenly. Set the mixture aside to let the flavors meld.
  2. Make the crumb dough: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the room temperature butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and fluffy. Add in the vanilla extract and mix well. Gradually add the all-purpose flour, stirring until the dough becomes crumbly but holds together when pressed.
  3. Assemble the bars: Line a baking pan with parchment paper. Press two-thirds of the crumb dough firmly into the bottom of the pan, forming an even crust layer. Carefully spread the blueberry filling evenly over the crust. Crumble the remaining dough over the blueberry layer to create a topping.
  4. Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the bars for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the blueberry filling is bubbling at the edges and the crumb topping is starting to turn golden brown.
  5. Cool and slice: Remove the bars from the oven and allow them to cool completely, preferably for at least one hour. For cleaner slicing and firmer bars, chill them in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours. Slice into squares and serve.

Notes

  • Use fresh blueberries for the best flavor, but if using frozen, thaw and drain excess juices before using and increase cornstarch by one tablespoon.
  • Bake until you see the blueberry filling bubbling to ensure it’s thickened properly.
  • Avoid overbaking to prevent crust and topping from becoming too hard.
  • Cool bars completely before slicing to ensure clean cuts and prevent crumbling.
  • Store bars refrigerated to keep the crust firm and easier to slice.
  • Serve cold with a dusting of powdered sugar or warm with vanilla ice cream for a delightful treat.

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