Description
Blissful blueberry pie bars blend classic comfort with modern dessert magic, offering a delightful twist on traditional pie. Buttery, crumbly crust and luscious blueberry filling invite you to savor each delectable bite of this irresistible treat.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (150 g) fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, cold
Sweeteners and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar (for blueberries)
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon (1 g) cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8×8-inch baking dish by lining it with parchment paper or applying a light grease to ensure easy removal of the bars.
- Create the crust by mixing flour and granulated sugar, then incorporate cold butter using a pastry cutter or two forks until the mixture transforms into coarse, sandy crumbs with a delicate, crumbly consistency.
- Transfer half of the crumb mixture into the prepared baking dish, pressing firmly to form a compact and even base layer for the blueberry pie bars.
- Combine blueberries with remaining sugar, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and ground cinnamon in a separate bowl, gently tossing until the berries are thoroughly coated with the sweet and tangy mixture.
- Distribute the seasoned blueberry mixture evenly across the prepared crust, ensuring full coverage and consistent distribution of the fruit.
- Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the blueberry layer, creating a textured and rustic topping that will become golden and crisp during baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, watching for a golden-brown top and bubbling blueberry filling that indicates the bars are perfectly cooked.
- Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely within the baking dish, which helps the filling set and makes cutting into precise squares easier without crumbling.
Notes
- Swap fresh blueberries with frozen ones, ensuring you don’t thaw them to prevent excess moisture and maintain the bars’ texture.
- Create a gluten-free version by replacing all-purpose flour with almond or gluten-free flour blend for those with dietary restrictions.
- Enhance the flavor profile by adding a sprinkle of lemon zest or vanilla extract to the crumb mixture for extra depth and complexity.
- Experiment with mixed berries like raspberries or blackberries to create a vibrant and varied fruit filling that adds excitement to the classic recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg