Luscious Blackberry Crumble Bars
These Luscious Blackberry Crumble Bars are a delightful treat that showcases the vibrant flavors of fresh blackberries nestled in a buttery, crumbly crust. Perfectly balanced with a hint of cinnamon and a touch of sweetness, these bars make for an irresistible snack or dessert. Ideal for gatherings or a simple family treat, they are as beautiful as they are delicious. Serve them warm with a dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant touch, or enjoy them chilled for a refreshing bite any time of day.
12
Servings
N/A
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
1 cup (measured, sifted)
brown sugar
3/4 cup (firmly packed)
butter
1/4 cup (softened)
sour cream
1/2 cup (room temperature)
egg
1 large (beaten)
baking soda
3/4 teaspoon (none)
salt
1/4 teaspoon (none)
ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon (none)
vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon (none)
fresh blackberries
1 cup (washed and whole)
powdered sugar
to taste (for dusting)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8-inch square baking pan by leaving it ungreased.
2
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and brown sugar. Use a pastry blender or your fingers to cut in the softened butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3
Reserve 1 1/3 cups of this crumb mixture to form the base of the bars and press it firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan, creating an even layer.
4
In a separate bowl, mix the remaining crumb mixture with sour cream, beaten egg, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract until well blended and smooth.
5
Gently fold in the fresh blackberries until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
6
Spoon the blackberry mixture over the crust in the baking pan. Use a spatula to spread it evenly across the top.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 35 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8
Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting them into squares.
9
Just before serving, sprinkle the cooled bars with powdered sugar for a charming finish.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Luscious Blackberry Crumble Bars?
They are a delightful treat featuring fresh blackberries nestled in a buttery, crumbly crust with a hint of cinnamon.
At what temperature should I preheat the oven?
You should preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
What size baking pan is required?
An 8x8-inch square baking pan is recommended for this recipe.
Do I need to grease the baking pan?
No, the instructions specify to leave the 8x8-inch baking pan ungreased.
How do I make the crumb mixture?
Combine all-purpose flour and brown sugar, then use a pastry blender or your fingers to cut in softened butter.
What should the crumb mixture resemble after cutting in butter?
The mixture should resemble coarse crumbs.
How much crumb mixture is needed for the base?
You should reserve 1 and 1/3 cups of the crumb mixture for the base layer.
How do I form the crust in the pan?
Press the reserved 1 and 1/3 cups of crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan to create an even layer.
What liquid ingredients are mixed with the remaining crumbs?
The remaining crumbs are mixed with sour cream, a beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
How should the egg be prepared for the recipe?
The recipe calls for one large egg that has been beaten.
How much baking soda is required?
The recipe requires 3/4 teaspoon of baking soda.
What amount of salt is needed?
You will need 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
How much ground cinnamon is included?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
How much vanilla extract is used?
The recipe calls for 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
How are the blackberries added to the batter?
The fresh blackberries should be gently folded into the batter until they are evenly distributed.
How many fresh blackberries are needed?
You will need 1 cup of washed, whole fresh blackberries.
How do I layer the blackberry mixture over the crust?
Spoon the blackberry mixture over the base and use a spatula to spread it evenly across the top.
What is the approximate baking time?
The bars should bake for approximately 35 minutes.
How can I tell if the bars are finished baking?
The bars are done when the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
What test can I use to check the center of the bars?
Insert a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean when the bars are fully baked.
Why is it important to let the bars cool before cutting?
Allowing the bars to cool completely in the pan ensures they set properly so they can be cut into clean squares.
What garnish is added just before serving?
A dusting of powdered sugar is added to the cooled bars just before serving.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe yields 12 servings.
What type of flour should I use?
Use 1 cup of all-purpose flour that has been measured and sifted.
What kind of sugar is used for the crumb mixture?
The recipe uses 3/4 cup of firmly packed brown sugar.
What temperature should the sour cream be?
The 1/2 cup of sour cream should be at room temperature.
How should the fresh blackberries be prepared?
The blackberries should be washed and left whole.
Can these bars be served warm?
Yes, they can be served warm with powdered sugar for an elegant dessert.
Can I serve these bars chilled?
Yes, they can be enjoyed chilled for a refreshing bite any time of day.
What tool should be used to spread the mixture?
A spatula is recommended for spreading the blackberry batter evenly over the crust.