Go Back

Blueberry Lemon Bars

These are bright, a little tart, and way more impressive-looking than the effort they require. The shortbread base comes together in minutes and the filling is basically a blueberry-spiked lemon curd that sets up beautifully. Dust them with powdered sugar right before serving and they look like you
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 16 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar plus more for dusting
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper.
  2. Mix 1 cup flour, powdered sugar, butter, and salt until a dough forms, then press into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  3. Bake crust 15-18 minutes until lightly golden.
  4. Whisk eggs, granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons flour, lemon juice, and zest until smooth, then fold in blueberries.
  5. Pour filling over hot crust and return to oven for 20-22 minutes until filling is set.
  6. Cool completely, then refrigerate 1 hour before dusting with powdered sugar and cutting into bars.