Description
These Lemon Blueberry Cookie Bars are soft, chewy, and bursting with bright citrus flavor from the lemon zest, complemented by sweet, juicy blueberries. They make a refreshing and delightful treat for any occasion, perfect for summer or any time you crave a fruity dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract and lemon zest until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Gently fold in the fresh blueberries, being careful not to crush them.
- Spread the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cookie bars to cool in the pan before cutting into squares.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can drizzle a simple glaze over the bars made from powdered sugar and lemon juice.
- If fresh blueberries are unavailable, you can substitute with frozen blueberries (no need to thaw them before use).
- These bars can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes