Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Blueberry Crumb Bars, where a buttery crumbly crust meets a luscious sweet-tart blueberry filling. These bars are not only scrumptious but also incredibly easy to make, making them perfect for dessert, an afternoon snack, or festive gatherings. The refreshing combination of fresh blueberries and a hint of lemon creates a flavor profile that is sure to impress at any occasion. Ideal for sharing, these comforting treats can be customized with your favorite nuts or by swapping out blueberries for other berries, making them versatile year-round. Enjoy these simple yet satisfying bars as a go-to recipe that evokes warmth and nostalgia.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 stick unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix blueberries with lemon juice, sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla. Let sit to thicken.
- In another bowl, combine flour, oats, baking powder, salt, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Stir in melted butter until crumbly.
- Press half of the mixture into the dish. Layer with blueberry filling and top with remaining crumbs.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Cool completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg