Fresh Blackberry Bars

Bursting with the vibrant flavors of juicy, ripe blackberries, these Fresh Blackberry Bars are the ultimate summer-inspired dessert or snack. Featuring a buttery crumb crust, a luscious blackberry filling, and a golden oat cinnamon crumble topping, this recipe strikes the perfect balance of sweet and tart in every bite. With just 20 minutes of prep time and easily adaptable for fresh or frozen blackberries, these bars are as convenient as they are delicious. Serve them as a stunning centerpiece for picnics, brunches, or as an after-dinner treat, and watch them disappear in no time. Perfectly portable and simple to make, these blackberry bars promise a fruit-forward experience that's packed with flavor and texture. Plus, with make-ahead options and easy storage, they're as practical as they are irresistible!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 4 cups blackberries, fresh or frozen (thawed if frozen)
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 0.5 cup rolled oats
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, 1 cup of granulated sugar, and salt. Add the melted butter and stir until the mixture forms crumbs. Reserve 1 cup of this mixture for the topping.

Step 3

Press the remaining crust mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the base. Use a flat spatula or your hands to compact it. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 4

In a medium-sized bowl, gently toss the blackberries with the remaining 0.5 cups of granulated sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice until evenly coated.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, mix the reserved crust mixture with the brown sugar, rolled oats, and ground cinnamon to create the topping.

Step 6

Spread the blackberry mixture evenly over the slightly cooled crust. Sprinkle the prepared topping evenly over the blackberries.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the blackberry filling is bubbly. Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan.

Step 8

Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan. Slice into 12 bars and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1507.8 grams (1507.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2922

Total Fat 7.00g	9%
Saturated Fat 0.50g	3%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1215mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 693.50g	252%
Dietary Fiber 51.40g	184%
Total Sugars 410.60g
Protein 42.30g	85%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 347mg	27%
Iron 19mg	108%
Potassium 1736mg	37%

*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: 2.1%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 92.3%