Blueberry Lemon Bars
Delightful dessert bars that balance the sweet and tart flavors of blueberries and lemons with a buttery crust.
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 2 sticks
For the Filling
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice about 2-3 lemons
- Zest of 2 lemons
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 2 cups fresh blueberries or frozen, thawed and drained
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This will ensure that your blueberry lemon bars bake evenly.
- Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Add the softened butter and mix until combined and resembling coarse crumbs.
- Transfer the crust mixture to the prepared baking pan and press it evenly into the bottom. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden.
- While the crust bakes, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar until well combined and frothy. Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest.
- Add the flour and baking powder to the lemon mixture and stir until just combined. Gently fold in the blueberries with a spatula.
- Once the crust is done baking, pour the lemon-blueberry filling over the crust and spread it evenly. Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set and jiggles slightly in the center.
- Remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely at room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before cutting.
Notes
Pro Tips: Use room temperature ingredients, freshly zest lemons, and do not overmix. Serve chilled for best results. These bars can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.