Blackberry Pie Bars Recipe
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The antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals found in blackberries deliver a variety of health benefits. Antioxidants such as anthocyanins hold many anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties. They may also combat diabetes and certain kinds of cancer.
Blackberries are an excellent source of insoluble fiber which aids in digestion and helps keep you regular. This is a critical role in maintaining colon health.
Blackberries are one of several types of berries believed to have a positive impact on insulin resistance and triglyceride levels. As such, researchers view blackberries as beneficial for diabetes management, especially if eaten fresh or frozen.
Research suggests that an increased intake of blackberries may address obesity by increasing insulin sensitivity and helping the body burn fat more effectively.
Blackberries are a great source of antioxidants. They are also an excellent source of Vitamins C, E & K as well as Calcium and Manganese.
Information gathered from
https://www.webmd.com/diet/health-benefits-blackberries#1
Blackberry Pie Bars
BLACKBERRY PIE BARS RECIPE
Crumbly moist pie dough with sweet juicy blackberries combine to make these Blackberry Pie Bars! Get the deliciousness of pie without rolling out the pie dough!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Yeilds: 12 Bars
INGREDIENTS
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups sugar, divided
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
Zest and juice of one lemon, divided
1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter, cut into 1 inch slices
1 large egg
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 cups fresh blackberries
4 teaspoons cornstarch
INSTRUCTIONS
Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×13 inch pan.
In a food processor, pulse together flour, 1 cup of sugar, baking powder, cinnamon salt and lemon zest. Add the butter, egg and vanilla extra. Pulsing until dough is crumbly.
Pat half of dough into the bottom of the prepared pan, saving the remaining dough for the topping.
In a medium bowl, stir together the remaining 1/2 cup sugar, cornstarch and lemon juice. Gently mix in the blackberries. Sprinkle the blackberry mixture evenly over the crust. Crumble remaining dough over the berry layer.
Bake in preheated oven for about 45 minutes, or until top is slightly brown (you are only looking for the top to slightly brown, if you cook for too long – the bottom will burn).
Cool completely before cutting into squares. Store in an airtight container.
NUTRITION INFORMATION:
AMOUNT PER SERVING:
Calories: 253Total
Fat: 2g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Trans Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 18mg
Sodium: 92mg
Carbohydrates: 55g
Fiber: 4g
Sugar: 28g
Protein: 4g