Print

Lemon Blueberry Bars Delightful: The 1 Secret

Lemon Blueberry Bars Delightful
Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

These delightful Lemon Blueberry Bars combine fresh blueberries and zesty lemon in a simple, easy-to-make dessert. Perfect for any occasion, these bars offer a taste of summer with every bite.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup salted butter, melted
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (about 1 lemon)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon extract, or 3 to 4 drops of lemon oil
  • 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1½ cups fresh blueberries
  • ½ cup blueberries (for glaze)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar (for glaze)
  • ½ cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons heavy cream, or milk (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9×13 glass baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until frothy.
  3. Add 1½ cups granulated sugar, melted butter, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and lemon oil/extract. Beat at medium speed until blended and thick.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and baking powder.
  5. Gently add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Gently fold in 1½ cups fresh blueberries until scattered throughout the batter.
  7. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish using a spatula.
  8. Bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the top is golden.
  9. To make the glaze, heat ½ cup blueberries and ½ cup granulated sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of water if it seems dry. Stir constantly until the sugar dissolves and the blueberries burst into a vibrant syrup.
  10. Stir the blueberry syrup through a sieve into a bowl with ½ cup powdered sugar. Whisk until combined, adding 1 to 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk to achieve a spreadable consistency for the glaze.
  11. Spread the glaze over the warm lemon blueberry bars.
  12. Allow the lemon blueberry bars to cool completely in the dish before cutting into squares and serving.

Notes

  • Store leftover lemon blueberry bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • For a stronger lemon flavor, increase the lemon zest.
  • You can use frozen blueberries; do not thaw them before adding to the batter.
  • Ensure eggs are at room temperature for better incorporation.
  • Do not overmix the batter; a few lumps are fine.
  • Allow bars to cool completely before cutting for cleaner squares.
  • Experiment with adding chopped walnuts or pecans for extra texture.
  • Substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free option.
  • Replace half of the lemon juice with fresh lime juice for a lemon-lime fusion.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://sarecipe.com/lemon-blueberry-bars-delightful/