Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Blueberry Lemon Bars, where a buttery crust meets a zesty lemon filling and juicy blueberries. Perfect for summer gatherings or cozy afternoons, these bars are sure to impress friends and family alike. With their delightful balance of sweet and tart, they offer a refreshing treat that brightens any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 3 large eggs
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- For the crust, mix softened butter, granulated sugar, flour, and a pinch of salt until crumbly. Press evenly into the bottom of the prepared dish.
- Bake the crust for about 15 minutes until lightly golden brown.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, flour, and baking powder until smooth.
- Gently fold in blueberries without breaking them.
- Pour the filling over the baked crust and return it to the oven. Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 50mg