Description
These Blueberry Lemon Bars are a delightful mix of sweet and tart, featuring fresh blueberries and zesty lemon juice. Their simple preparation makes them perfect for any picnic or gathering, ensuring smiles all around.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter room temperature
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 4 eggs
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all purpose flour
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest optional
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix the 2 cups of flour, salt, and powdered sugar together. Cut in the 1 cup of butter until the mixture is crumbly.
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan with cooking spray or butter. Firmly press the crust mixture into the pan.
- Bake at 350°F for 18-20 minutes or until light golden brown. Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs, then add the 2 cups of sugar and 1/4 cup of flour, whisking until well combined. Stir in the 1/4 cup of lemon juice and the lemon zest, mixing until incorporated. Pour this mixture over the crust and top with 1 cup of blueberries.
- Bake again for 20-25 minutes or until the top just begins to turn golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack.
- Once slightly cooled, refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. Dust with powdered sugar and cut into bars.
Notes
For extra flavor, use fresh lemon zest in the filling.
Make sure to let the bars cool completely in the fridge for the best texture.
These bars can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 75mg