BLUEBERRY SHORTBREAD BARS

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You can use any summer fruit in these bars, as long as you don't use too much and it's not too wet. I hope you give this a try soon. Enjoy!

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Blueberry Dessert Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
1 ½ cups sifted all-purpose flour
½ cup white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
1 egg yolk
½ teaspoon ice water, or more if needed
¾ cup fresh blueberries

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Place butter cubes in the freezer for 15 minutes.
  • Whisk together flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder in a large bowl. Sprinkle in Chinese five-spice powder.
  • Cut in frozen butter using a pastry cutter until the butter pieces are about the size of peas. Mix in egg yolk and continue cutting in until thoroughly combined. Drizzle in ice water and stir to combine. The dough should just come together when pinched between your fingers.
  • Pour about 3/4 of the crumb mixture into an ungreased 9x9-inch baking dish. Press the mixture down firmly using the back of a spoon. Spread blueberries in one layer and sprinkle with remaining crumbly dough.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the top is golden and sides are crisp and browned, 30 to 35 minutes. Cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.7 calories, Carbohydrate 21.7 g, Cholesterol 37.4 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 162.6 mg, Sugar 9.3 g

Shahin Hassan
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These bars are definitely a crowd-pleaser. I've made them for several parties and they're always a hit.


Mihlali Mhlati
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These bars are a bit pricey to make, but they're worth it for a special occasion.


Jesse Branum
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I love the combination of the sweet blueberries and the tart lemon in these bars. They're the perfect summer dessert.


pubg killer
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These bars are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort. They're so delicious and everyone will love them.


Sihle Buthelezi
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I've made these bars several times and they're always a hit. They're a great addition to any dessert table.


Kamil Qureshi
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These bars are a great way to use up leftover blueberries. They're also a great snack or dessert to take to a party.


Cele Lister
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I'm not a big fan of blueberries, but these bars were still really good. The shortbread crust is amazing!


King Master
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These bars are definitely a lot of work, but they're worth it. They're so delicious!


sahba saidi
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I found the recipe to be a bit confusing, but the bars turned out okay.


Nilom Jahan
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The shortbread crust was a bit dry, but the blueberry filling was delicious.


Faryal Love
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The blueberry shortbread bars were a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them.


Hozanna kitoko
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These bars are so easy to make, even for a beginner baker. I highly recommend them!


Mahmoud Aladwan
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I love the way the blueberries burst in your mouth when you bite into these bars.


Leeann Cianteo
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These bars are the perfect combination of sweet and tart. The blueberry filling is delicious and the shortbread crust is flaky and buttery.


Noman Hamdard
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I made these bars for a party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


Sheikh Ayhan Ahmed Shahel
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The blueberry shortbread bars are a great dessert for any occasion. They're easy to make and always a hit with my guests.


Justinraj Kesari
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These bars are so easy to make and they taste amazing! I love the combination of the sweet blueberries and the buttery shortbread crust.


AISHA Awees
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The blueberry shortbread bars were delicious! The crust was flaky and the filling was sweet and tangy. I would definitely make them again.


Linda Chitekwe
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I followed the recipe exactly and the bars turned out perfectly. They were a hit with my family and friends!


King No.1
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These blueberry shortbread bars are incredible! The shortbread crust is buttery and flaky, and the blueberry filling is bursting with flavor. I'm definitely making these again soon!