Zesty Lemon Blueberry Bars
Deliciously soft and chewy bars combining zesty lemon and sweet blueberries, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare an 8x8-inch baking pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- Add the melted butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, and eggs to the dry mixture. Stir until just combined, ensuring not to overmix.
- Gently fold in the blueberries, taking care not to break them apart.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the pan on a wire rack.
- Once cooled, cut into squares and serve.
Notes
Measure flour correctly to avoid density. Fresh blueberries yield the best flavor. These bars can be customized with different fruits or flavorings.