Description
Delicious Lemon Blueberry Shortbread Bars, perfect for any occasion, offering a bright, zesty flavor with a tender, buttery crust.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Cream the softened butter with the powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the flour and salt, mixing until combined into a soft dough.
- Press the dough firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan, creating a sturdy base.
- Bake for 15 minutes, then remove from the oven to cool slightly.
- Whisk together the lemon juice, sugar, and baking powder until fully combined.
- Fold the blueberries and lemon zest into the mixture.
- Pour the mixture over the baked shortbread crust and spread it evenly.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until set and slightly golden.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars, dusting with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
These bars can be made a day in advance. Experiment with different fruits for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg