Blueberry Muffin Bars
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Blueberry Muffin Bars

These blueberry muffin bars are full of blueberries and topped with a delicious streusel topping. They have the best qualities of a muffin and a dessert bar.

Ingredients

  • rolled oats
    ¾ c
  • all-purpose flour
    ½ c
  • packed brown sugar
    ½ c
  • ground cinnamon
    1 tsp
  • cold butter

    cubed

    ½ c
  • all purpose flour
    2 ¼ c
  • baking powder
    1 tbsp
  • baking soda
    1 tsp
  • salt
    ½ tsp
  • white sugar
    ¾ c
  • vegetable oil
    ½ c
  • milk
    ¾ c
  • eggs
    2 large
  • vanilla extract
    2 tsp
  • fresh or frozen blueberries
    2 c

Directions

  1. 1

    Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 10x15-inch baking pan with cooking spray.

  2. 2

    Prepare oat streusel topping: stir oats, flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon together in a large bowl. Cut in butter with a pastry blender until the mixture is crumbly. Set aside.

    Step 2
  3. 3

    For bars. whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl.

    Step 3
  4. 4

    Whisk together white sugar and oil in a large bowl until well combined. Whisk in milk, eggs, and vanilla extract.

    Step 4
  5. 5

    Stir flour mixture into egg mixture until just combined.

    Step 5
  6. 6

    Gently fold in blueberries.

    Step 6
  7. 7

    Spread batter evenly into the prepared pan.

    Step 7
  8. 8

    Sprinkle streusel topping evenly over batter.

    Step 8
  9. 9

    Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 25 to 28 minutes.

    Step 9
  10. 10

    Let bars cool in the pan on a wire rack 20 to 30 minutes before slicing and serving Recipe developed by Barrett Heald

    Step 10
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Blueberry Muffin Bars

5.0(1)231 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving the comfort of a warm blueberry muffin but with the satisfying ease of a dessert bar? These Blueberry Muffin Bars are your answer, delivering all the beloved flavors in a convenient, shareable form that's perfect for any occasion.

Why These Bars Work

These delightful bars masterfully blend the best qualities of a tender, fruity muffin with the simple elegance of a dessert bar. The secret lies in a generous streusel topping, a crumbly combination of rolled oats, brown sugar, and cinnamon, which provides a delightful texture contrast to the soft, cake-like base. Every bite is packed with sweet, juicy blueberries, making them truly irresistible.

What to Expect

Prepare for a treat that delivers a soft, moist base generously studded with vibrant blueberries, all crowned with a golden, buttery streusel topping. You'll experience a balanced sweetness, a hint of warm spice from the cinnamon, and the pleasant chewiness of oats. Each serving offers a satisfying dessert experience, coming in at 231 calories, making it a perfectly portioned indulgence.

Customization & Variations

One of the best things about these bars is their flexibility. You can use either fresh or frozen blueberries interchangeably without needing to adjust the recipe. If using frozen, simply fold them into the batter as is—no thawing required. While the oats are specified as rolled, you could experiment with other varieties in the streusel for a slightly different texture.

Serving & Context

These Blueberry Muffin Bars are incredibly versatile. They make a fantastic dessert, a delightful breakfast pastry, or a welcome addition to a brunch spread. Serve them simply on their own, or consider a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra-special treat.

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