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<< Previous   of   Next >> Larry Crow/Associated Press  (click to enlarge) The fresh fruit of the summer helps make creating desserts a snap. Blueberry lemon squares will travel well for a Fourth of July picnic.   ADVERTISEMENT   CONTACT THE HERALD Melanie Munk, Features Editor munk@heraldnet.com   Published: Wednesday, July 1, 2009 Cap July 4th feast with blueberry lemon squares for dessert Associated Press Fresh or frozen blueberries work equally well in these simple and delicious dessert bars. Once cooled, they transport well and don't need refrigeration, making them a perfect choice for a July Fourth picnic. Blueberry lemon squares For the crust: 1 cup butter, softened 1 cup powdered sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 cups all-purpose flour For the filling: 1/2 cup granulated sugar 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour Juice and zest of 1 lemon 1/8 teaspoon salt 3 eggs 2 cups fresh or frozen unsweetened blueberries Heat the oven to 400 degrees. To make the crust, coat a 9-inch square baking dish with cooking spray. In a medium bowl, use an electric mixer on low to beat together the butter, powdered sugar and vanilla until fluffy. Add the flour and beat just until the mixture forms small crumbs. Press about two-thirds of the crumb mixture evenly over the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Set the remaining mixture aside. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until lightly browned. Reduce the oven to 350 degrees F. Meanwhile, make the filling. In a medium bowl, mix the sugar, flour, lemon zest and salt. Add the eggs and lemon juice, then whisk until smooth. Spread the blueberries in an even layer over the crust. Pour the filling over the blueberries. Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture evenly over the top. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the crumb topping is golden and the filling is puffed. Transfer to a wire rack and let cool completely. Cut into squares. Makes 15 servings. Per serving: 250 calories; 115 calories from fat; 13 g fat (8 g saturated; 0 g trans fats); 68 mg cholesterol; 31 g carbohydrate; 3 g protein; 1 g fiber; 119 mg sodium. READER COMMENTS Be the first to comment. You must be a registered user and verify your e-mail address to post comments to blogs or articles on HeraldNet. To register, click here. To read other terms and conditions, click here. Log out

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