Blackberry Lemon Bars are the kind of dessert that’ll have everyone asking for the recipe!
If you love fruity desserts, definitely check out these blackberry dessert recipes that are sweet and tangy.
These bars bring together the perfect combo of juicy blackberries and zesty lemon, all with a buttery, flaky crust.
These bars are perfect for any occasion — whether you’re craving a sweet snack or need something easy to impress guests.
The bright, tangy lemon pairs so well with the juicy blackberries, creating a flavor combo that’s hard to resist.
Once you try them, you’ll be reaching for another bite before you know it!
Gather your ingredients and equipment, and let’s get started on this simple, yet impressive treat that’s sure to become a favorite!
Preheat your oven and line an 8-inch square pan with parchment paper.
Make the crust by whisking together the butter, brown sugar, and lemon zest in a large bowl. Then add the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon until fully combined.
Set aside one cup of the crumb mixture to use as the streusel topping. Press the rest into the pan and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden. Let it cool completely.
While the crust is cooking, make the filling. In a medium bowl, mix sugar, flour, blackberries, lemon zest, and lemon juice until combined. Pour the blackberry mixture over the cooled crust, spreading it evenly. And top with the reserved crumble mixture.
Bake the bars until golden brown and bubbly.
Let the bars cool for at least 30 minutes before cutting into squares. You can serve them warm or chilled. For an extra treat, top with vanilla ice cream or homemade whipped cream!
Tips & Tricks for Making Lemon Blackberry Bars:
- No Parchment Paper? You can also grease the pan with butter or cooking spray if you don’t have parchment paper. It’ll still work fine, but parchment helps with easy removal.
- If fresh blackberries are unavailable, frozen blackberries work too, just be sure to thaw them and drain excess moisture before using.
- You can prepare the crust and filling ahead of time and store them separately until you’re ready to bake. It makes the process quicker on the day of!
- Raspberries, blueberries, or strawberries can all be substituted for blackberries.
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- If you’re in the mood for more citrus, a lemon pound cake would bring another layer of lemony goodness to your dessert spread.
- Lemon bars made with cake mix are a quick and easy way to enjoy a tangy, sweet treat with a buttery, soft texture that everyone will love!
- A cool, refreshing glass of blackberry iced tea or blackberry lemonade with fresh mint would complement the flavors of the bars, offering a light and refreshing contrast.
Blackberry Lemon Bars
Looking for the perfect dessert? These Blackberry Lemon Bars will steal the show!
Ingredients
Crust:
- ¾ cups butter
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 cups flour
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Filling:
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 TBS all purpose flour
- 3 cups fresh blackberries halved
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- Juice of half of one lemon
Instructions
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Preheat a 350 degree oven. Line an 8 inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
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Whisk together butter, brown sugar, and lemon zest until well incorporated in a large bowl.
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Add flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon to the butter mixture until well incorporated.
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Take one cup of crumb mixture and set aside for later.
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Press the rest of the dough mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish and bake for 12-15 minutes. Let the crust cool completely.
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In a medium mixing bowl combine flour, sugar, blackberries, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well incorporated.
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Pour blackberry mixture on the cooled crust, and spread fruit mixture until even across the crust.
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Sprinkle the remaining crumble mixture that was set aside.
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Bake the blackberry crumb bars for 45 minutes or until golden brown in the preheated oven.
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Cool the bars for at least 30 minutes before cutting into individual bars.
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You can serve them warm or chilled, depending on your preference. The bars are delicious on their own, so you can simply serve them as is, but if you're feeling extra indulgent, top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream!
Recipe Notes
Keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.