Description
These Blueberry Curd Bars are a delightful combination of a buttery crust and a tangy blueberry curd layer. Perfect for showcasing summer blueberries, these bars are a refreshing treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the crust:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes
For the blueberry curd:
- 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 large eggs
- 1 egg yolk
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare the pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- Make the crust: Combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press into the pan and bake until golden.
- Prepare the blueberry curd: Cook blueberries, sugar, lemon juice, and zest until bubbling. Blend until smooth, strain, then whisk in eggs, egg yolk, and salt. Cook until thickened, then stir in butter.
- Assemble and bake: Pour the curd over the crust and bake briefly to set. Cool, then chill before slicing into bars.
Notes
- For a firmer texture, chill overnight before slicing.
- These bars can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Use frozen blueberries if fresh aren’t available—no need to thaw.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
