Lemon Blueberry Bars
Total Time
35 mins
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Rating
4.74 out of 5 stars
(65)
Ingredients
16 bars
- Zest of one lemon
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
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Preparation
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray an 8×8 inch baking dish with cooking spray. Set aside.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and lemon zest. Stir until graham cracker crumbs are moist. Press crumbs firmly into prepared pan. Bake the graham cracker crust for 10 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool to room temperature.
Step 3
To make the filling, combine the egg yolks and condensed milk in a medium bowl. Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest. Stir until mixture is smooth and begins to slightly thicken.
Step 4
Gently fold in the blueberries. Pour the lemon blueberry filling evenly over the graham cracker crust. Bake for 15 to 17 minutes, or until just set.
Step 5
Cool to room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving. Cut into bars and serve.
Step 6
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Chef's notes
Bars will keep in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
