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Blackberry Almond Streusel Bars

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These Blackberry Almond Streusel Bars combine a buttery shortbread crust, a vibrant blackberry filling, and a golden almond-studded crumble topping. Perfect for summer desserts, potlucks, or afternoon coffee, these easy blackberry almond bars deliver the ideal balance of sweet, tart, and nutty flavors in every bite.

Ingredients

For the Crust & Streusel:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • ½ cup granulated sugar

  • ¼ cup brown sugar

  • ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

  • 1 large egg

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • ½ cup sliced almonds

For the Blackberry Filling:

  • 2 cups fresh blackberries

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

  • Preheat Oven:
    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.

  • Prepare Dough:
    In a large bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, salt, and baking powder.
    Add softened butter and mix until crumbly.
    Stir in egg and vanilla extract until a soft dough forms.

  • Form Crust:
    Press two-thirds of the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.

  • Prepare Filling:
    In a separate bowl, gently toss blackberries with cornstarch and lemon juice.
    Spread evenly over the crust.

  • Add Streusel Topping:
    Mix sliced almonds into the remaining dough.
    Crumble evenly over the blackberry layer.

  • Bake:
    Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.

  • Cool & Slice:
    Allow bars to cool completely (about 1 hour).
    Lift from pan using parchment and slice into 12–16 bars.

Notes

Thaw and drain frozen blackberries thoroughly before using.Add ½ teaspoon almond extract for enhanced almond flavor.Dust with powdered sugar after cooling for a decorative touch.Blackberry preserves can substitute fresh berries when needed.For clean slices, chill bars slightly before cutting.

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