Lemon Blueberry Bars with Spiced Cookie Crust

Lemon Blueberry Bars with Spiced Cookie Crust - A Delicious Dessert Recipe
Looking for a delicious dessert recipe that will satisfy your sweet tooth? Look no further than these Lemon Blueberry Bars with Spiced Cookie Crust! This dessert is the perfect combination of tangy lemon and sweet blueberry, all wrapped up in a spiced cookie crust that will leave you wanting more.
Ingredients (serves 12):

For the crust:

- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt

For the filling:

- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- Powdered sugar, for dusting

Cooking Tips:

- Make sure to soften the butter for the crust before mixing it with the other ingredients.
- Use fresh blueberries for the filling to get the best flavor.
- Be sure to zest the lemon before juicing it.

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, butter, sugar, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt. Mix until the dough comes together.
3. Press the dough into the bottom of the prepared baking dish and bake for 15 minutes.
4. While the crust is baking, prepare the filling. In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the blueberries, sugar, flour, eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
5. Pour the filling over the baked crust and return the dish to the oven. Bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set.
6. Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool completely. Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar.
Appearance and Taste:
These Lemon Blueberry Bars with Spiced Cookie Crust are a beautiful golden color with a dusting of powdered sugar on top. The spiced cookie crust adds a warm, cozy flavor to the tangy lemon and sweet blueberry filling. The bars are soft and chewy, with a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors.
Type of Dish: Dessert Bars
Main Ingredients: Blueberries, Lemon, Spiced Cookie Crust