Lemon Blueberry Crumble Bars

These Lemon Blueberry Crumble Bars are sweet, tart and have a delightful texture. They are soft and gooey on the inside and have a crisp crumble topping that balances everything out.

Lemon Blueberry Crumble Bars on a white plate.

Can you even believe it’s August? I feel like this year is zooming by. We have had so many fun get togethers with friends and family this summer. I love when friends feel like family and family is your best friends.

With all these great gatherings, dessert is a must! These Lemon Blueberry Crumble Bars are SO easy and perfect for bringing just about anywhere. These are sweet and tart and have a perfectly balanced texture combination. The lemon and blueberry compliment one another beautifully. This is a timeless treat that is great anytime of year. It provides a zesty freshness to each and every bite. These will be a hit wherever they go!

Pan of Lemon Blueberry Crumble Bars with a square cut out.

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Lemon Blueberry Crumble Bars
 
These Lemon Blueberry Crumble Bars are sweet, tart and have a delightful texture. They are soft and gooey on the inside and have a crisp crumble topping that balances everything out.
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Recipe type: Dessert
Ingredients
Blueberry filling
  • 3 cups blueberries
  • 1½ Tablespoon lemon zest
  • ¾ cup cold water
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 3½ Tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
CRUMB CRUST/TOPPING
  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1½ cups old fashion oats
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. Spray 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
Lemon Blueberry Filling
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine blueberries, lemon zest, water, sugar, cornstarch and lemon juice.
  2. Over medium heat, bring to a boil stirring constantly. Cook until thickened. This usually takes about 5 to 7 minutes.
Crumb Crust/Topping
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine butter, sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla. Beat until well combined.
  2. Add flour and oats, mix well. Dough will be crumbly.
  3. Set 2 cups of the mixture aside for the top.
  4. Press the remaining dough evenly onto the bottom of the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Spread lemon blueberry filling evenly over the top of bottom crust.
  6. Sprinkle remaining crumbles evenly over the top.
  7. Bake at 350 degrees F for 30 to 35 minutes.
  8. Cool and cut into squares and serve.

Enjoy!

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  1. Sandra

    5

    This recipe is my favorite! A little less blueberries and I sub almond extract for the vanilla.