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Blueberry Crumb Bars

Irresistible Blueberry Crumb Bars for Your Sweet Cravings

These Blueberry Crumb Bars are a delightful dessert showcasing juicy blueberries and a buttery crumb topping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust and Topping
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Use less for a more subtle flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Lime zest can be a nice substitute.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Opt for gluten-free flour if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for the best results.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Extra fine sea salt works wonderfully.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Coconut oil is great for a dairy-free version.
  • 1 large Egg A chia egg can replace it for a vegan option.
For the Blueberry Filling
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Vinegar makes a good alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Flour can be used if cornstarch isn’t available.
  • 4 cups Fresh Blueberries Frozen blueberries can work too but may require extra baking time.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • pastry cutter
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Blueberry Crumb Bars
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine granulated sugar and lemon zest, then whisk in flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the cold butter and egg until coarse crumbs form.
  3. Press half of the crumb mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan to create the crust layer.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine lemon juice, granulated sugar, and cornstarch. Fold in fresh blueberries until evenly coated, then pour over the crust.
  5. Crumble the remaining mixture over the blueberries, covering them completely and leaving gaps for visual appeal.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, until the topping is golden and filling is bubbly.
  7. Allow to cool completely on a wire rack before lifting out and slicing into squares.
  8. Serve at room temperature or warmed slightly, optionally with vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 5mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh blueberries. Chill the butter and refrigerate bars before cutting for cleaner slices.

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