Description
Delight in the tangy sweetness of Blueberry Curd Bars, a perfect dessert to brighten your day and impress your guests. These bars combine fresh blueberries with a creamy curd filling, all nestled in a buttery shortbread crust.
Ingredients
Fresh Blueberries
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
Granulated Sugar
- 1 cup granulated sugar (divided)
Eggs
- 3 large eggs
Lemon Juice
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
Butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
Flour
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Baking Powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust
Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and 1/4 cup of sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually add flour and baking powder until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of a greased baking dish and bake for about 15 minutes until lightly golden.
- Make the Blueberry Curd
While the crust is baking, prepare the blueberry curd. In a saucepan, combine fresh blueberries, 3/4 cup of sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat. Cook until the blueberries begin to break down and release their juices. Use a fork or potato masher to mash the blueberries into a puree.
- Combine Ingredients
Remove the blueberry mixture from heat and let it cool slightly. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs until frothy. Gradually mix in the warm blueberry puree. Pour this mixture over the pre-baked crust, ensuring an even layer.
- Bake Again
Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the curd is set and the top is slightly firm to the touch. Allow it to cool completely before slicing into bars.
Notes
- Use Fresh Berries: Fresh blueberries yield the best flavor and texture; however, frozen can work in a pinch.
- Don’t Overbake: Keep an eye on the curd, as overbaking can lead to a dry texture.
- Cool Completely: Allow the bars to cool fully before cutting for clean slices.
- Chill for Best Flavor: Refrigerating the bars for a few hours enhances their flavor and texture.
- Experiment with Citrus: Try using lime or orange juice for a unique twist on the classic recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Blueberry Curd Bars, Dessert, Baking, Sweet Treats