Why We Love Blueberry Bars
This time of year, when berries are fresh and bountiful, I am constantly looking for ways to turn them into lavish treats. Classic blueberry pie is one of my all-time favorite summer desserts. However, for picnics and parties, sometimes you need a treat that’s a little more user-friendly. Like a hand-held version of blueberry pie… Yet with decadent cookie crust crumbles and gooey blueberry center. Today’s fresh Blueberry Bars are just the treat to usher us into berry season.
How To Make Blueberry Cookies in a Baking Dish
First, make a simple buttery shortbread cookie crust with lime and orange zest to punch up the flavor. Combine the sugar and butter in an electric mixer or a medium bowl with a hand mixer. Beat on high for a full 3-5 minutes. This will ensure that your dough is nice and soft. Next, add in the flour, zest, and vanilla and beat until just combined. With shortbread doughs, it is important not to overmix, or your dough will be tough. Then, make the blueberry pie filling with fresh blueberries, sweetened condensed milk, and cornstarch. The filling has a thick texture that sets up nicely when the Blueberry Cookies cool. To assemble, press a little over half the dough into the bottom of a baking dish. Pour the blueberry filling over the top and sprinkle little pinches of the remaining dough over the surface. Then, bake the Blueberry Cookies in the baking dish until the top is golden. It’s essential to let the Blueberry Bars cool and set after baking… You don’t want all the filling to run out when you cut them. I guarantee you that these sticky bars made with fresh summer berries will be the highlight of your week. Why not whip up a batch to take to work or your next neighborhood potluck? They’d be a fantastic addition to the dessert table on the 4th of July this year! They are also wonderful, served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Get The Full (Printable) Blueberry Bars Recipe Below.
Looking for More Easy Summer Dessert Recipes? Be Sure to Also Try:
Banana Pudding Ice Cream (No-Churn!) Strawberry Crunch Cake American Flag Jello Cake How to Make Funnel Cake Coconut Popsicles (Dairy Free) Ice Cream Sandwich Cake
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