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mother's day Blueberry Lemon Pie Bars

Mother's Day Blueberry Lemon Pie Bars: A Sweet Tribute

Celebrate Mother's Day with these delightful Blueberry Lemon Pie Bars, offering a perfect balance of tart and sweet flavors.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Substitute with a gluten-free blend for a gluten-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated sugar Can be replaced with coconut sugar.
  • 1/2 cup Melted butter Vegan margarine can be used for a dairy-free version.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Almond extract is a flavorful alternative.
Filling
  • 8 oz Cream cheese Mascarpone or ricotta can be substituted.
  • 1/2 cup Plain yogurt Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt can be used.
  • 2 cups Fresh blueberries Frozen blueberries can be used straight from the freezer.
  • 2 Eggs For a vegan alternative, use a flax or chia egg.
  • 1/4 cup Lemon juice Lime juice can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
Topping
  • 1/4 cup Coarse sugar Regular granulated sugar can be used.
  • 1 cup Reserved dough Set aside from the crust preparation.

Equipment

  • 8x8 or 9x9 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line an 8x8 or 9x9 inch baking pan with foil, greasing it lightly.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Gradually mix in the flour until crumbly and reserve 1 cup.
  3. Press the remaining mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to create the crust.
  4. Bake the crust for about 18 minutes until light golden.
  5. Beat the cream cheese in a separate bowl, then gradually add sugar, lemon zest, eggs, yogurt, and lemon juice until well combined. Fold in the blueberries gently.
  6. Pour the blueberry lemon filling over the baked crust and crumble the reserved dough on top.
  7. Bake the pie bars for 55-60 minutes, watching for golden edges and a slightly jiggly center.
  8. Cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least an hour.
  9. Slice into squares and serve with powdered sugar or lemon zest.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For an extra touch, dust the tops with powdered sugar or lemon zest before serving. Serve chilled or at room temperature for best flavor.

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