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Lemon Blueberry Bars

Irresistible Lemon Blueberry Bars That Brighten Your Day

Delight your taste buds with these Lemon Blueberry Bars, a perfect blend of tangy lemon and sweet blueberries, ideal for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 12 bars
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • 9x13 glass baking dish
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Saucepan

Ingredients
  

For the Base

  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar for a sweet balance with the tart lemon flavor
  • 0.5 cups melted butter adds richness and a tender texture
  • 1 cups fresh lemon juice for zesty flavor
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest gives an aromatic boost
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract enhances the flavors
  • 1 teaspoon lemon extract or lemon oil for extra lemony taste
  • 2.25 cups all-purpose flour provides structure
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder ensures the bars rise beautifully
  • 3 large eggs binds the ingredients, adds moisture

For the Glaze

  • 0.5 cups blueberries for a luscious topping
  • 0.5 cups sugar sweetens the glaze
  • water as needed to adjust consistency

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13 glass baking dish with parchment paper.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until light and airy.
  • Combine granulated sugar, melted butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and lemon extract with the whisked eggs. Beat until smooth.
  • Mix flour and baking powder in a separate bowl. Stir well to combine.
  • Fold the flour mixture into the wet ingredients until no visible flour remains.
  • Gently fold in blueberries.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared dish and spread it evenly.
  • Bake for about 30 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Prepare the glaze by heating blueberries and sugar in a saucepan, adding water as necessary.
  • Pour the blueberry glaze over the cooled bars evenly.

Notes

These bars can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week, and they taste great chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg
Keyword baking, dessert, easy recipe, homemade, Lemon Blueberry Bars, summer treat
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