Blueberry Lemon Pie Bars
These Blueberry Lemon Pie Bars combine the tangy brightness of lemons with the sweet burst of blueberries in a delicious, easy-to-make dessert. Perfect for any occasion!
Equipment
- 9x9-inch baking dish
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Pastry cutter or fork
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper (optional)
Ingredients
- For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
- 2 tablespoons ice water
- For the filling:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- For the topping:
- Powdered sugar optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, mix the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the cold, cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or fork to cut it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the dough begins to come together. Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Bake the crust for 15-18 minutes, or until it’s lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool while you prepare the filling.
- Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, flour, cornstarch, and salt. Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest until well combined. Gently fold in the blueberries.
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the center is set and lightly golden.
- Allow the pie bars to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting into bars.
- Optional: Dust the bars with powdered sugar before serving for an extra touch of sweetness.