Delicious Blueberry Squares
Indulge in the irresistible charm of these Delicious Blueberry Squares, a dessert that perfectly balances buttery crumb layers with a luscious blueberry filling. This easy-to-make recipe features a crumbly, golden crust crafted from all-purpose flour, cold cubed butter, and a hint of vanilla, while the filling bursts with the natural sweetness of fresh blueberries, enhanced by a touch of lemon juice and brown sugar. Ready in just an hour, these squares are ideal for serving at brunches, potlucks, or as an after-dinner treat. Plus, they’re conveniently baked in a single 9x13 inch dish and can be stored for up to three days, making them perfect for meal prepping desserts. Whether you're a fan of fruity desserts or simple baked goods, these blueberry bars will leave everyone craving more!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups fresh blueberries
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.25 cup brown sugar
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Using a pastry cutter or your hands, cut the cold, cubed butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture, and stir until it begins to come together into a crumbly dough.
Press half of the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust. Set the remaining crumb mixture aside.
In a medium-sized bowl, mix the blueberries, cornstarch, lemon juice, and brown sugar until the blueberries are evenly coated.
Pour the blueberry mixture evenly over the pressed crust in the baking dish.
Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the top of the blueberries, distributing it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the blueberries are bubbling.
Remove the dish from the oven and allow the blueberry squares to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
Serve and enjoy! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
355 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.7 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.3 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 59 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 136 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.1 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.5 g | ||
| Protein | 3.7 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 17 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 77 mg | 2% | |
*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.
