Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Gooey Blueberry Pie Bars with Lattice Pie Crust. These luscious bars encapsulate summer with a buttery crust and a sweet, juicy blueberry filling that promises to satisfy your sweet tooth. Ideal for any occasion, from family gatherings to casual picnics, these bars are not just tasty but also visually striking thanks to their charming lattice top. Whether you opt for fresh or frozen blueberries, this recipe ensures a scrumptious dessert that will impress your friends and family alike.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (frozen)
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla paste
- 7–10 tablespoons ice water
- 2 1/2 cups frozen blueberries
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Prepare your baking pan by lining an 8×8 inch metal pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt; then incorporate grated frozen butter until crumbly.
- Add vanilla and ice water until the dough clumps together. Chill half for the bottom crust and press the other half into the lined pan.
- Bake the bottom crust at 375°F for about 25-35 minutes until golden brown.
- For the filling, combine blueberries, brown sugar, and lemon juice in a pot; thicken with cornstarch mixture.
- Roll out remaining dough to create lattice strips; weave them over the blueberry filling after it cools slightly.
- Brush with egg wash, sprinkle turbinado sugar, and bake again for an additional 25-30 minutes until golden.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg