OK, here's the deal. These bars are delicious in all ways imaginable, however, they are not what we would call a healthy 'everyday' treat. I promise to return to sharing healthier recipes after this one.
You will need:
3 c. flour
1 c. sugar
1 tsp. baking powder
2 sticks cold butter
zest of 1 lemon
1 egg
4 c. fresh blueberries*
4 tsp. cornstarch
1/2 c. sugar
juice from 1 lemon
* I used frozen
In a large bowl combine flour, 1 c. sugar, baking powder and lemon zest. Using a fork or pastry knife, cut egg and butter into dry ingredients. This dough will be crumbly. Pat half of the dough into a greased 9x13 pan.
In another bowl combine blueberries (thawed and with juice if from frozen), cornstarch, 1/2 c. sugar and lemon juice. Mix well and pour over crust. Top with the remaining crust.
Bake at 375 degrees for 45 minutes or until the top is slightly browned. Cool thoroughly before cutting. I cut them into 35 squares and they came out to just over 150 per bar.
I can't wait to make these bars for Karla's shower! I've been toying with the idea of doing half the pan with blueberries and half with raspberries...I think any berry would be delicious with this crust! Anyway, just another fun and easy recipe in case you need ideas for something down the road!
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