Blueberry Crumb Bars

Bursting with juicy blueberries and layered with a buttery, golden crumb topping, these Blueberry Crumb Bars are the perfect blend of sweet and tangy in every bite. Made with a tender, flaky crust and a vibrant blueberry filling enhanced by a touch of fresh lemon juice, these bars are irresistibly rich yet refreshingly bright. Whether you’re using fresh or frozen blueberries, this easy-to-follow dessert requires minimal prep time and is ideal for any occasion, from summer picnics to cozy winter treats. Simply bake, cool, and slice into luscious squares that are guaranteed to impress. Perfect as a snack, dessert, or alongside your morning coffee, these crumb bars bring homemade comfort to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 1 large egg
• 4 cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 4 teaspoons cornstarch
• 0.5 cups granulated sugar (for filling)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, 1 cup of granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir to combine.

Step 3

Add the cold, cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work it into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Crack the egg and mix it into the crumb mixture until evenly distributed. The mixture should still be slightly crumbly.

Step 5

Press half of the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust.

Step 6

In another mixing bowl, combine the blueberries, lemon juice, cornstarch, and 1/2 cup of sugar. Toss to coat the blueberries evenly.

Step 7

Spread the blueberry mixture evenly over the crust in the baking dish.

Step 8

Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the blueberries, covering the top evenly but leaving some small gaps for the filling to peek through.

Step 9

Bake the bars in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the blueberry filling is bubbling.

Step 10

Remove the pan from the oven and let it cool completely before cutting into squares. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1800.9 grams (1800.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4766

Total Fat 205.80g	264%
Saturated Fat 124.10g	621%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 736mg	245%
Sodium 1787mg	78%
Total Carbohydrate 705.30g	256%
Dietary Fiber 29.20g	104%
Total Sugars 379.40g
Protein 51.50g	103%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 176mg	14%
Iron 20mg	113%
Potassium 1156mg	25%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.0%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 57.8%