Blueberry Bars a La Orisleuth
Indulge in the sweet, tangy perfection of Blueberry Bars a La Orisleuth! These irresistible dessert bars feature a buttery, crumbly crust and streusel topping that sandwich a luscious blueberry filling bursting with vibrant, juicy flavor. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and a touch of lemon juice to elevate the fresh or frozen blueberries, this recipe is as easy as it is delicious. Ready in just over an hour, these bars are perfect for summer picnics, afternoon snacks, or any occasion that calls for a sweet treat. Serve them at room temperature or chilled for a refreshingly satisfying bite. Don't miss this ultimate guide to making homemade blueberry bars that are sure to impress family and friends alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 4 cups Blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan and set it aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
Using a pastry cutter, fork, or your fingers, cut the cold, cubed butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture becomes coarse crumbs.
Whisk the egg and vanilla extract together in a small bowl, then add it to the crumb mixture. Mix until just combined, ensuring you do not overwork the dough.
Press two-thirds of the crumb mixture firmly into the prepared baking pan to create an even layer for the crust.
In a separate mixing bowl, toss the blueberries with the cornstarch, lemon juice, and brown sugar. Stir gently to coat the blueberries evenly.
Spread the blueberry mixture evenly over the crust in the baking pan.
Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the blueberries, creating a streusel-like topping.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the blueberry filling is bubbling.
Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before slicing into 12 squares or bars.
Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled, and enjoy your Blueberry Bars a La Orisleuth!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4468 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 205.2 g | 263% | |
| Saturated Fat | 124.0 g | 620% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 736 mg | 245% | |
| Sodium | 1807 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 636.0 g | 231% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.6 g | 99% | |
| Total Sugars | 350.1 g | ||
| Protein | 45.3 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 228 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 18.0 mg | 100% | |
| Potassium | 1195 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
