Blueberry Dessert Squares

Transform your dessert game with these irresistible Blueberry Dessert Squares—a perfect balance of sweet, tart, and buttery flavors! Featuring a tender crumbly crust and topping made from a simple blend of all-purpose flour, sugar, and cold cubed butter, these squares cradle a luscious filling of fresh, juicy blueberries enhanced with a hint of lemon and thickened with cornstarch. This easy-to-follow recipe is ready in just over an hour, making it an ideal treat for summer gatherings, potlucks, or a cozy night in. Serve these crowd-pleasing squares as is, or pair them with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent twist. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, these homemade blueberry bars promise to become a go-to dessert favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 large egg
• 4 cups fresh blueberries
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar (for filling)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cup of granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture and use a pastry cutter or your hands to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Beat the egg in a small bowl and add it to the crumble mixture. Stir until just combined. The mixture will be dry and crumbly.

Step 5

Press half of the crumble mixture into the prepared baking dish to form an even crust layer.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, combine the blueberries, cornstarch, lemon juice, and 3/4 cup of granulated sugar. Toss well to coat the blueberries evenly.

Step 7

Spread the blueberry mixture over the crust in an even layer.

Step 8

Sprinkle the remaining crumble mixture over the blueberries, creating a crumb topping.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Remove from the oven and allow the dessert to cool completely in the baking dish. Once cooled, cut into squares and serve.

Step 11

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1586.8 grams (1586.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4641

Total Fat 204.80g	263%
Saturated Fat 124.40g	622%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 736mg	245%
Sodium 1192mg	52%
Total Carbohydrate 682.40g	248%
Dietary Fiber 22.80g	81%
Total Sugars 411.70g
Protein 43.70g	87%

Vitamin D 170IU	852%
Calcium 156mg	12%
Iron 17mg	93%
Potassium 933mg	20%

*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: 38.8%

Protein: 3.7%

Carbs: 57.5%