Blueberry Sour Cream Kuchen Bars

Treat yourself to a slice of indulgence with these Blueberry Sour Cream Kuchen Bars, a delightful fusion of creamy, tangy, and fruity flavors. Featuring a buttery, golden crust as the foundation, these bars are layered with a luscious sour cream custard enhanced by a hint of vanilla and lemon zest, and topped with plump, juicy blueberries. Perfectly balanced with a light dusting of powdered sugar, this dessert is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Easy to prepare and ideal for any occasion, these bars bring the timeless charm of German kuchen into a modern, portable format that’s perfect for sharing. Whether served at brunch, enjoyed as an afternoon treat, or savored at dinner’s end, these bars are sure to become a crowd-pleasing favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.75 cup Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 3 large Eggs
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 2 cups Blueberries, fresh or frozen
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt for the crust.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust.

Step 5

Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly while you prepare the filling.

Step 6

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, sour cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until smooth.

Step 7

In a separate small bowl, toss the blueberries with the cornstarch to coat them evenly.

Step 8

Pour the sour cream mixture over the partially cooled crust and spread it evenly with a spatula.

Step 9

Evenly sprinkle the coated blueberries over the sour cream mixture.

Step 10

Return the dish to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set and no longer jiggles in the center.

Step 11

Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool completely at room temperature. Then transfer it to the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours.

Step 12

Once chilled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the dish. Slice into squares or bars.

Step 13

Optional: Dust the tops of the bars with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1332.2 grams (1332.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3889

Total Fat 207.50g	266%
Saturated Fat 126.80g	634%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 1061mg	354%
Sodium 991mg	43%
Total Carbohydrate 473.40g	172%
Dietary Fiber 14.10g	50%
Total Sugars 261.60g
Protein 54.90g	110%

Vitamin D 211IU	1053%
Calcium 484mg	37%
Iron 15mg	82%
Potassium 746mg	16%

*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: 46.9%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 47.6%