LATTICE BLACKBERRY BARS

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"I pick blackberries--my son's favorite fruit--to make this dessert for family gatherings," says Donna Miklavic of Butler, Pennsylvania. "Blueberries are a great substitute."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h25m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/4 cups sugar
1-1/2 cups shortening
1-1/4 cups sour cream
1 large egg
1 large egg yolk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
FILLING:
2 cups plus 1 tablespoon sugar, divided
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
8 cups fresh or frozen unsweetened blackberries
1/4 cup butter, cubed
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 large egg, beaten

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine flour and sugar. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Combine the sour cream, egg, egg yolk and vanilla until smooth; add to crumb mixture. Toss with a fork until dough forms a ball. Divide dough in half; cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour. , For filling, combine 2 cups sugar and flour in a large saucepan; add blackberries. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture begins to boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat; stir in butter and cinnamon. Cool slightly. , On a lightly floured surface, roll one portion of dough into a 17x12-in. rectangle; transfer to a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Spread with filling. Roll remaining dough into a 15x10-in. rectangle; cut into 1/2-in. strips. Make a lattice crust over filling; seal and flute edges. , Brush egg over pastry. Sprinkle with remaining sugar. Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until crust is golden and filling is bubbly. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 503 calories, Fat 21g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 39mg sodium, Carbohydrate 73g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Layal Banat
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These blackberry bars are simply delicious! The crust is flaky and the filling is sweet and tangy. I love the lattice design on top. They're perfect for any occasion.


Constance Oge Victor
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These blackberry bars are the perfect summer treat! They're light and refreshing, and the blackberry filling is bursting with flavor. I love serving them at picnics and barbecues. They're always a hit!


Charles Loxius
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I love blackberries, so I was excited to try this recipe. The bars were easy to make and they turned out so good! The crust was flaky and the filling was sweet and tart. I couldn't get enough of them. I'll definitely be making these again soon.


Mdu Dlamini
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I'm always looking for healthier dessert options, and these blackberry bars fit the bill. The crust is made with whole wheat flour and the filling is naturally sweetened with honey. The bars are also packed with antioxidants from the blackberries. I


Trevor Spencer
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I'm a bit of a novice baker, but I was able to follow this recipe easily. The instructions were clear and concise, and the end result was delicious! My friends and family were all impressed with my baking skills. I'll definitely be making these black


Adetunji Adeniran
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I'm always testing out new recipes, and these blackberry bars are one of my favorites. I love how the buttery crust pairs with the sweet and tangy blackberry filling. The lattice design is also a nice touch. This recipe is a keeper!


MD Fahim Shon
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I made these blackberry bars for a party I was hosting, and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. The bars were the perfect combination of sweet and tart, and the lattice design made them look really impressive. I'll definitely be making the


Xplringwith Cas
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Blackberries are my favorite summer berry, so I was thrilled to find this recipe. The bars were easy to make and the end result was amazing! The crust was golden brown and flaky, and the blackberry filling was bursting with flavor. I'll definitely be


The Young Entomologists Association
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I'm always looking for gluten-free desserts that taste just as good as the traditional versions. These blackberry bars fit the bill perfectly! I used a gluten-free flour blend, and they turned out just as delicious as the original recipe. I'm so glad


Thomas Modikoane
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I have a major sweet tooth, so I'm always on the lookout for new and exciting desserts to try. These blackberry bars definitely satisfied my craving! The combination of the flaky crust and the sweet and tart blackberry filling was heavenly. I couldn'


Tanjida Ahmed
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As a busy mom, I really appreciate recipes that are easy to follow and don't take too much time. These blackberry bars were perfect! I was able to whip them up in no time, and they turned out beautifully. My kids loved them, and I even sent some to s


Zesan Khan
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These blackberry bars turned out absolutely delicious! I followed the recipe exactly, and they were a hit with my family and friends. The crust was perfectly flaky and buttery, and the blackberry filling was sweet and tart. I especially loved the lat