Blueberry Pie Bars

By Jessica Swartz June 1, 2023 26 mins read 87 Views

The blueberry pie filling and oatmeal crumble make these vegan bars so simple to make. The crust is also the topping.

These Blueberry Pie Bars are the perfect solution for those who want blueberry pie, but don't have time to prepare it.

These Blueberry Pie Bars can be made in a similar way to my Raspberry Bars. They are perfect for potlucks or parties. The best part about these bars is that the topping and crust are made in one bowl.

These easy blueberry bars are perfect for beginners! The blueberry filling, buttery oats and crumbled oatmeal are baked together until warm and bubbly.

Fresh blueberries are best, especially when they're in season. The filling will be different and may have a slightly different flavor when using frozen blueberries.

How to make Blueberry Pie Bars

The recipe card below contains the full recipe, including all measurements.

Pre-heat the oven to 350°F and line a 8 or 9 inch baking pan with parchment.

Stir together flour, oats and sugar in a large bowl. Add the vegan butter and continue to stir until you get moist crumbs. Reserve 1 cup for the topping.

Bake for 10 minutes. Take the pan out of the oven, and place it aside to make the filling.

Add the sugar, blueberries, cornstarch or tapioca, and lemon zest into a medium saucepan. Stir and cook for 5-8 minutes until the mixture thickens.

Spread the blueberries evenly over the crust.

Sprinkle the topping on top and bake 35-40 minutes.

The edges should be bubbling and the top slightly golden brown. Allow the bars to cool for at least 20 mins in the pan before removing them with parchment paper. Serve by cutting into squares.

FAQ

How long can blueberry bars be stored?

The bars can be stored in a container with a lid in the fridge for up to a week.

Can they be frozen?

You can freeze them, if you wish. Wrap them well or place in a container that is freezer-friendly.

Can I use another fruit?

The recipe can be changed. You can use a mixture of berries such as strawberries, blackberries or raspberries. Try peaches, cranberries or even a mix of berries. You can substitute the pie filling with a jar of high-quality jam.

You can try any of these vegan dessert recipes if you love them as much as me:

Vegan Lemon Bars
Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars
Vegan Sugar Cookie Bars
Seven-layer bars
Smore's Cookie Bars

More blueberry recipes are available!

Vegan Blueberry Scones
Blueberry Pancakes
Lemon Blueberry Bread
Blueberry Coffee Cake
Easy Blueberry Crisp

Blueberry Pie Bars

The blueberry pie bars with oatmeal crumble are easy to make and use blueberry pie filling. The crust is also the topping.

Dessert Course

American Cuisine

Prep Time 15 Minutes

Cook Time 45 Minutes

Total Time: 1 Hour

servings bars

Calories 262 Kcal

Nora Taylor Author

Ingredients

Crust + Topping

1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
1 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup vegan butter melted

Blueberry Pie Filling

4 cups fresh blueberries see notes for frozen
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch or tapioca starch, arrowroot
2 teaspoons fresh lemon zest optional

US Customary Metric

Instructions

Pre-heat the oven to 350°F and line a square 9-inch pan (8 inches will also work) with parchment paper. Leave some overhang so that you can remove it easily later. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Stir in the butter until it is moistened crumbs.
In a large bowl, place 1 cup of the breadcrumbs for the topping.
Press the remaining crumbs into your pan, pressing firmly and uniformly. Remove the pan from the oven after 10 minutes and leave it aside.
Make the blueberry mixture. In a medium saucepan, combine the blueberries with sugar, cornstarch, and lemon zest. Stirring constantly, turn the heat up to medium and simmer for 5-8 minutes or until the mixture becomes thicker.
Spread the crumble topping evenly over the filling. Sprinkle crumble topping over the blueberry mixture.
Bake the pie for 35-40 minutes until the top is lightly brown and the filling is bubbling at the edges.
Let the bars cool down for 20 minutes, then remove them from the pan using the parchment paper. Enjoy! Slice the bars into squares.
Keep leftover bars in the fridge for up to a week. You can also freeze them.

Notes

Use frozen blueberries if necessary. Filling will be runnier. You can also use a jar blueberry jam.
Coconut oil can be used in place of vegan butter.

Nutrition

Calories: 262kcal

By: Nora
Title: Blueberry Pie Bars
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Published Date: Thu, 01 Jun 2023 17:53:03 +0000

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