Delectable Blackberry Pie Bars: Your New Dessert Favorite
Craving something sweet and satisfying that tantalizes your taste buds? Dare to delve into the divine world of our sumptuous Blackberry Pie Bars! This delightful dessert combines the classic flavors of a homemade pie with the ease and convenience of a bar. Why settle for the ordinary when you can indulge in these extraordinary treats? Are you ready to impress your guests or simply treat yourself?
- Servings: 12-16
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 60 mins
- Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
- Difficulty: Intermediate
Ingredients
Crust and Topping
- 375g (3 cups) all-purpose flour
- 300g (1 1/2 cups) sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 340g (1 1/2 cups) chilled unsalted butter, cubed
- Zest of two lemons
Blackberry Filling
- 4 large eggs
- 400g (2 cups) sugar
- 240g (1 cup) sour cream
- 94g (3/4 cup) all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
- 900g (32 ounces) blackberries, fresh or defrosted if frozen
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease a 9 x 13-inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray or butter.
- In a small bowl, rub the zest of two lemons into the sugar with a spoon or your fingers, infusing it with the lemon oil.
- Using a mixer with a paddle attachment, mix the lemon sugar, flour, salt, and cubed butter until the mixture is crumbly in appearance.
- Set aside 1 1/2 cups of the crust mixture to use later as the topping. With the remaining mixture, press firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Bake the crust for about 12 to 15 minutes until golden. Allow to cool for at least 10 minutes.
- Whisk the eggs in a large bowl. Add the sugar, sour cream, flour, and salt, and whisk thoroughly.
- Fold the blackberries into the egg mixture gently, and then evenly pour the filling over the cooled crust.
- Evenly distribute the reserved crust mixture as a topping over the filling.
- Bake the bars for 45 to 55 minutes, or until the topping is a light golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the bars cool in the pan for at least an hour before cutting into squares.
Tips for Success
- For a seamless experience, make sure frozen blackberries are thoroughly defrosted and drained to avoid a soggy crust.
- Looking to mix things up? Feel free to experiment with different berries, but avoid strawberries because they can make the bars too watery.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.