Blueberry Pie Bars
Deliciously sweet Blueberry Pie Bars made with a crumbly crust and luscious blueberry filling, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Crust
- 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour provides structure
- 1/2 cup sugar adds sweetness
- pinch salt enhances flavor
- 3/4 cup cold butter cut into cubes contributes to tenderness
Blueberry Filling
- 2 large eggs binds the filling
- 1 cup sugar adds sweetness to the filling
- 1/3 cup all purpose flour thickens the filling
- 1/2 cup sour cream adds moisture and creaminess
- pinch salt balances sweetness
- 3 cups fresh blueberries provides natural sweetness and flavor; frozen can be substituted
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by spraying a 9x13 glass baking dish with non-stick spray.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and cubed butter. Beat together until crumbly.
- Set aside one cup of the crumbly mixture for topping.
- Press the remaining mixture firmly into the bottom of the baking dish.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until firm and pale.
Filling
- In a large bowl, whisk the eggs until well beaten.
- Add the sugar, sour cream, flour, and salt. Mix until smooth.
- Gently fold in the blueberries.
Assembly
- Pour the blueberry filling over the baked crust.
- Sprinkle the reserved crumbly mixture on top.
- Return to the oven and bake for 1 hour, or until the top is lightly browned.
- Allow the bars to cool for about 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
For best results, ensure your butter is cold and consider adding vanilla extract for flavor.