Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of summer with these delightful Blackberry Pie Bars. Combining the tartness of fresh blackberries with a buttery, flaky crust, these bars are perfect for any occasion—be it a picnic, barbecue, or a simple dessert at home. Easy to prepare and even easier to share, they offer a burst of berry goodness in every bite. With a luscious filling that balances sweetness and tang, these pie bars are sure to impress your family and friends. Elevate your dessert game with this easy-to-follow recipe that highlights seasonal fruit in a delicious way!
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for rolling
- 1 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into pieces
- 1/4 cup shortening (butter flavor Crisco)
- 1/4 cup ice water
- 12 ounces fresh blackberries
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tsp Instant Clearjel thickener (or 1 Tbsp cornstarch)
- juice of 1/2 lemon
- 1 cup confectioner's sugar, sifted
- water for thinning
Instructions
- Make the crust: Blend flour and salt in a food processor. Add cold butter and pulse until grainy. Gradually add ice water until dough forms. Chill for at least two hours.
- Prepare the filling: In a saucepan, combine blackberries, sugar, lemon juice, and thickener; cook over medium heat until thickened.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out one piece of chilled dough to fit your baking sheet; add blackberry filling on top.
- Roll out the second piece of dough and place it over the filling; seal edges and brush with egg wash.
- Bake for about 40 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely before glazing.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg