Description
These Blueberry Lemon Pie Bars offer a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors with a buttery crust and a zesty blueberry lemon filling. Ideal for a refreshing dessert or snack, these bars combine fresh blueberries with lemon zest and juice to create a bright, summery treat that’s easy to make and sure to delight.
Ingredients
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Crust
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Filling
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the correct temperature before baking the crust and filling.
- Prepare the crust mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and salt. Mix thoroughly until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Form the crust: Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of a greased 8×8 inch baking dish, creating a firm and even base for the filling.
- Bake the crust: Place the dish in the oven and bake the crust for 15 minutes to set it and give it a slight golden color.
- Mix the filling: In a separate bowl, combine the fresh blueberries, lemon zest, lemon juice, granulated sugar, eggs, and cornstarch. Stir gently to mix without crushing the berries.
- Pour filling over crust: Carefully pour the blueberry lemon mixture over the pre-baked crust, spreading evenly.
- Bake the bars: Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly firm to the touch.
- Cool before serving: Allow the bars to cool completely at room temperature before cutting into 16 squares for serving.
Notes
- Use fresh blueberries for the best flavor and texture; frozen may alter the consistency.
- Ensure the crust is evenly pressed for uniform baking.
- Letting the bars cool completely helps the filling set properly and makes cutting cleaner.
- For a more intense lemon flavor, increase the lemon zest to 2 tablespoons.
- Store leftover bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
