Description
Experience zingy lemon curd swirling around plump blackberries atop a buttery crust that bakes to golden perfection, then cools into vibrant, tantalizing squares bursting with tart and sweet flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl combine 1 cup flour, 1/4 cup sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt then add melted butter and stir until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Press crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan and bake until golden, about 15 minutes.
- In another bowl whisk together eggs, 1 cup sugar, 2 tablespoons flour, and 1/4 teaspoon salt until smooth, then stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and heavy cream.
- Remove crust from oven, scatter blackberries evenly over the top, then pour lemon mixture over the berries.
- Return to oven and bake until filling is set, about 20 to 25 minutes.
- Allow bars to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Lift bars from pan using the parchment paper and cut into squares before serving.
Notes
- Bars can be dusted with powdered sugar before serving for extra sweetness.
- Use fresh blackberries for the best flavor and texture.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Substitute raspberries or blueberries for a different berry variation.