Blueberry Lattice Bars
Dive into the irresistible charm of Blueberry Lattice Bars, a dessert that beautifully balances homemade comfort with eye-catching elegance. Featuring a buttery, flaky crust that cradles a luscious filling made from fresh or frozen blueberries, these bars are bursting with sweet, tangy goodness and a hint of vanilla. The signature lattice top, brushed with a golden egg wash, not only adds a decorative touch but also delivers the perfect crisp texture. With simple ingredients and just a touch of lemon juice to enhance the berry flavor, these bars are easy to prepare and ideal for any occasion—from summer picnics to cozy holiday gatherings. Serve them on their own or elevate the experience with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream. Perfect for dessert lovers everywhere, these Blueberry Lattice Bars are a must-try recipe that’s as delicious as it is visually stunning.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cups granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 1 cups unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 6 tablespoons cold water
- 4 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- 0.75 cups granulated sugar (for filling)
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 large egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoons water (for egg wash)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the cold butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough starts to come together but is not sticky.
Divide the dough into two portions, one slightly larger than the other. Wrap each portion in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
While the dough chills, prepare the blueberry filling. In a medium saucepan, combine the blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens and becomes glossy (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from heat and let it cool to room temperature.
Roll out the larger portion of the chilled dough on a floured surface to fit the bottom and slightly up the sides of the prepared pan. Press it into place.
Pour the cooled blueberry filling over the crust and spread it evenly.
Roll out the remaining dough and cut it into 1/2-inch strips using a pastry cutter or knife. Arrange the strips in a lattice pattern over the blueberry filling.
Whisk together the egg and water to make an egg wash. Brush it lightly over the lattice crust to promote browning.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
Let the bars cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares or rectangles.
Serve as is or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4456 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 201.7 g | 259% | |
| Saturated Fat | 123.7 g | 618% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 703 mg | 234% | |
| Sodium | 702 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 639.0 g | 232% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.6 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 361.3 g | ||
| Protein | 43.8 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 162 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 16.9 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 925 mg | 20% | |
*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.
