Description
A delightful combination of tart and sweet flavors with refreshing lemon and juicy blueberries in buttery, crumbly bars.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh blueberries
- 1/3 cup Lemon juice
- Zest of one lemon
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Flour
- 2 Large eggs
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup Granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup Unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8 x 8 inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides.
- Combine 1 cup of flour, 1/4 cup of sugar, and 1/2 cup of melted butter; mix until crumbly and press into the bottom of the pan. Bake for about 15 minutes until lightly golden.
- Whisk together 1 cup of sugar, 2 tablespoons of flour, and the lemon zest in another bowl. Add 2 eggs and 1/3 cup lemon juice, whisk until smooth. Fold in the blueberries.
- Pour the filling over the pre-baked crust and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes until set and edges are lightly browned.
- Allow cooling in the pan for an hour, then lift out and cool on a wire rack. Slice into bars and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Use fresh blueberries for best flavor. Don’t skip the lemon zest as it adds essential flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American