Best 3 Blueberry Jam Is The Secret Ingredient In These Easy Dessert Bars Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our irresistible blueberry jam dessert bars, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. These easy-to-make treats are the perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and buttery goodness, featuring a delectable combination of textures that will leave you craving more. Discover the secrets behind these delectable bars, including variations such as cream cheese blueberry bars, blueberry pie bars with a flaky crust, and a vegan blueberry bar option that caters to dietary preferences. Prepare to embark on a delightful baking adventure with our curated collection of blueberry jam dessert bar recipes, designed to satisfy every palate.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

HEALTHIER BLUEBERRY JAM BARS



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These delicious Blueberry Jam Bars are like a blueberry crumble or blueberry crisp formed into little bars. They are made with an oatmeal crust and loaded with fresh blueberries. It's a healthier dessert recipe that can easily be made vegan + gluten-free + refined grain free. You will LOVE it!

Provided by Kristen Stevens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ cup butter (vegan, if necessary)
¼ cup coconut oil
¼ cup honey
1 ½ cups rolled oats
1 cup all-purpose flour (sub gluten-free, if needed)
½ cup sugar (can use coconut sugar)
A pinch of sea salt
3 cups fresh BC Blueberries
¼ cup sugar or honey (your choice!)
1 tablespoon corn starch
Juice and zest of 1 lemon

Steps:

  • Set your oven to 350 degrees. Line an 8X8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  • In a small pot, melt the butter and coconut oil. Pour the honey into the pot.
  • In a large mixing bowl, add the rolled oats, all purpose flour, sugar, and sea salt. Pour the melted butter into the bowl (keep the pot handy) and mix well. Set aside 1 cup of the mix and pour the rest into the prepared baking pan. Press down firmly to create the crust.
  • In the same pot used for the butter, add all the blueberry jam ingredients. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 2 minutes, or until the jam thickens. It won't be as thick as jam from your fridge. Pour the jam over the crust and sprinkle the top with the remaining oats you set aside.
  • Bake in your oven for 40 minutes.
  • Let the Blueberry Jam Bars cool in the pan then remove them with the parchment paper and cut into 12-16 bars.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 blueberry jam bar, Calories 212 kcal, Carbohydrate 31 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 52 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 18 g, UnsaturatedFat 3 g

BLUEBERRY JAM CAKE BARS



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These Blueberry Jam Cake Bars are quite literally a bar version of cake. They're soft, moist, and the blueberry jam layer in the middle makes them a delicious breakfast or dessert option!

Provided by Lindsay

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 1/4 cups (293g) all purpose flour
1 1/4 cups (259g) sugar, divided
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
2 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, divided
3/4 cup unsalted butter (168g), melted
1/4 cup (58g) sour cream, room temperature
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 egg
1/2 cup (164g) blueberry jam
3/4 cup (86g) powdered sugar
1-2 tbsp milk
1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (176°C) and line a 9 inch square baking pan with aluminum foil or parchment paper. 2
  • . Combine flour, 1 cup (207g) of sugar, baking powder, salt and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon in a large mixer bowl. Set aside.
  • . Whisk together melted butter and sour cream in another medium sized bowl.
  • . Add vanilla extract and egg to the butter mixture and whisk until well combined.
  • . Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and beat until well combined.
  • . Spread about half of the batter into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  • . Spread the blueberry jam into an even layer on top of the batter.
  • . Crumble the remaining batter and drop over the blueberry jam, forming an even layer.
  • . Combine remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons of cinnamon and 1/4 cup (52g) of sugar in a small bowl, then sprinkle over the top of the batter.
  • 0. Bake bars for 20-25 minutes, then remove from oven to cool completely.
  • 1. If you want to add the glaze, combine all ingredients in a small bowl and whisk until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the bars.
  • 2. Cut bars into squares. They can be stored at room temperature or in the fridge. I loved them both ways.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Bar, Calories 263 calories, Sugar 25.4 g, Sodium 158.3 mg, Fat 9.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 41.7 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.7 g, Cholesterol 35.9 mg

BLUEBERRY JAM BARS



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Not only do these blueberry jam bars make a delectable dessert (especially with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream), but they make a satisfying breakfast as well. The star of this recipe is the no-fuss quick jam method, which yields beautiful homemade jam in minutes! Adding lemon cuts through the sweetness of the berries and adds a remarkable zing to the jam. Plus, the cinnamon-brown sugar crumble topping lends a warmth that makes these bars the ultimate comfort treat.

Provided by Vallery Lomas

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups fresh blueberries (12 ounces)
1/4 cup granulated sugar (49.5 grams)
1/2 lemon, zested
1 lemon, juiced
2 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
Pinch kosher salt
Cooking spray, for greasing
2 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature (226 grams)
1/2 cup granulated sugar (100 grams)
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar (106 grams)
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour (240 grams)
1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (133 grams)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup chopped pecans (57 grams)

Steps:

  • For the quick blueberry jam: Stir together the blueberries, sugar, lemon zest and juice in a medium saucepan over medium heat and cook until the berries release some liquid and soften, 1 to 2 minutes. Mash the mixture with a potato masher until the berries break down, decrease to medium-low heat and cook until the sugar dissolves, 3 to 5 minutes. Sprinkle the cornstarch over top, stir and cook until the jam thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon nicely, about 1 minute. Remove from the heat and allow to cool completely, 30 minutes.
  • For the crumble: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9-inch square baking dish with cooking spray and line with parchment paper.
  • Cream the butter, granulated sugar and brown sugar in a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment until light and fluffy, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the vanilla and mix gently until combined.
  • Add the flour, 1 cup oats, salt, baking powder and cinnamon and mix on low speed until just combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. Transfer 1/2 cup of the mixture to a medium bowl and set aside. Press the remaining mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  • Stir the remaining 1/2 cup oats and chopped pecans into the reserved mixture in the medium bowl. Refrigerate the mixture until the jam is cooled completely.
  • Spread the cooled jam evenly over the crust and sprinkle the crumble on top. Bake until golden brown and set, 30 to 35 minutes. Transfer the baking dish to a wire rack and allow to cool completely, about 1 hour. Slice and serve.

Tips:

  • Use fresh or frozen blueberries for the best flavor. If using frozen blueberries, thaw them before using.
  • Be sure to cook the blueberry jam until it is thick and bubbly. This will help it set properly in the dessert bars.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the bars tough.
  • Be sure to bake the bars until they are golden brown. This will ensure that they are cooked through.
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting them. This will help them hold their shape.

Conclusion:

These blueberry jam dessert bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They are perfect for potlucks, picnics, and bake sales. With their sweet and tangy flavor, these bars are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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