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Blueberry Pie Cookie Bars

Blueberry Pie Cookie Bars
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Blueberry Pie Cookie Bars are a delightful fusion of a crumbly, buttery cookie crust and a luscious, juicy fresh blueberry filling. Easy to make and perfect for sharing, these bars offer a fresh and fruity dessert that suits any occasion, combining the best qualities of pie and cookies in one convenient treat.

Ingredients

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Crust Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Blueberry Filling

  • 4 cups fresh blueberries
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crust: Begin by creaming the unsalted butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined. Gradually fold in the flour and salt to form a soft dough. Press two-thirds of this dough evenly into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan to create the base layer.
  2. Make the Blueberry Filling: In a bowl, gently toss the fresh blueberries with cornstarch, sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest. This mixture will thicken as it bakes, resulting in a thick and jammy filling without excess liquid.
  3. Assemble the Bars: Spread the blueberry filling evenly over the crust in the pan. Crumble the remaining one-third of the cookie dough evenly over the blueberry layer to create a crumbly topping.
  4. Bake: Bake the bars in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 40-45 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the blueberries are bubbling. Monitor closely near the end to avoid over-browning.
  5. Cool and Slice: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan so the filling can set properly. Once cooled, slice into squares or rectangles and enjoy.

Notes

  • Use fresh blueberries to avoid excess moisture that can make the crust soggy.
  • Chill the dough slightly before pressing and crumbling for a firmer crust.
  • Spread the blueberry filling evenly for consistent flavor and texture.
  • Check bars at around 40 minutes to prevent burning the topping.
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting to maintain clean slices and filling integrity.

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