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A close-up of a single serving of Lemon Blueberry Gluten-Free Bars, showing the thick blueberry filling and crumb topping with white glaze.

Lemon Blueberry Gluten-Free Bars 250 Cal

  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 80 min
  • Yield: 16 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Make simple, fresh lemon blueberry gluten-free bars with a buttery shortbread base and a bright fruit filling.

Ingredients

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  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
  • 1 cup (227g) salted butter, room temperature (regular or plant-based)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 1/3 cup (280g) gluten-free flour 1:1 baking blend
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 3 cups (444g) blueberries
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon (8g) cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup (30g) powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350ºF and prepare an 8×8-inch baking pan with non-stick baking spray and two pieces of parchment paper crisscrossed.
  2. In a stand mixer or large mixing bowl with an electric mixer, beat the sugar and lemon zest on high speed for 1 minute.
  3. Add the butter and vanilla and beat together on high for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the flour and salt and mix on low until a crumbly dough forms.
  5. Place ⅔ of the dough into the prepared pan and press down evenly. Set aside.
  6. In a small mixing bowl, combine the blueberries, sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch and gently toss together.
  7. Spoon the blueberry mixture on top of the shortbread base and spread evenly, leaving excess liquid in the bowl.
  8. Crumble the remaining dough over the blueberries and bake for approximately 60 minutes or until lightly golden on top.
  9. Remove from the oven and allow to cool fully in the pan.
  10. In a small mixing bowl, add the powdered sugar and lemon juice and mix until combined and smooth.
  11. Top the cooled lemon blueberry bars with a drizzle of lemon glaze and slice into squares.

Notes

  • Store leftover lemon blueberry bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • You can freeze the bars in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
  • Prep Time: 20 min
  • Cook Time: 60 min
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: Lemon Blueberry Bars, Gluten Free, Refined Sugar Free, Dairy Free, Easy Dessert, Healthy Snack Bars, Gluten Free Baking

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