Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Blueberry Crumb Bars, a sweet treat that combines a buttery, crumbly crust with a luscious blueberry filling. These bars are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re enjoying a summer picnic or craving a cozy dessert at home. The contrast between the crunchy topping and soft filling creates an irresistible texture, while the fresh blueberries deliver a burst of natural sweetness. Easy to make and packed with flavor, these bars are sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 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, combine blueberries, lemon juice, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla. Toss gently and set aside.
- In another bowl, mix flour, oats, baking powder, salt, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Stir in melted butter until crumbly.
- Press half the mixture into the baking dish as the base. Spread blueberry filling over it, then top with remaining crumb mixture.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown on top and bubbly around edges.
- Let cool completely before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg