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By: Rachel GurkPosted: 03/19/2014Updated: 06/16/2021

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Blackberry and blueberry crumb bars are easy to make and so full of flavor thanks to a layer of blackberries and blueberries.

Stack of four crumb bars on marble countertop with text overlay "blackberry & blueberry crumb bars."

IS IT SPRING YET?!?!!? For real. I am getting so stinking stir crazy. And a little bored. I’m meeting new friends though. Today at the library, I saw a mom that I saw at the mall play area just last week (I was just there yesterday too, for the record). We’re allllll going stir crazy and I’m getting so tired of the same ol’ routine:

Monday: Play area at the mall.

Tuesday: Library.

Wednesday: Play date at friends or other fun indoor location (yes, we have taken our children rollerskating. Yes, it is hysterical. Yes, E loves/hates it.)

Thursday: Shopping or errands.

Friday: Open gymnastics or other INDOOR activity.

Sounds fun right? No really, it actually does sound fun. And it is fun. Was fun. The first 4 weeks of winter or so. Now? I’m craving summmmmmer. Parks. Zoos. Splash pads. Even just a walk around the stinkin’ block. C’mon Michigan!!! Throw us a bone.

I’m sure you’ll all be happy when it finally gets warmer too because then maybe I’ll finally stop complaining about it.

In the meantime, I’ll bake. And I’ll throw berries in and pretend they are not from Mexico.

Closeup of crumb bar with stack of bars in background.

About these crumb bars

These blackberry blueberry crumb bars are so good — the chewy oats give them great texture. 

I could eat the filling with a spoon. Tons of crumb bar recipes use jam or jelly as a filling but it’s so easy to make the filling yourself with fresh blackberries and frozen blueberries (fresh would be great too…but…umm…yeah.).

These crumb bars are also flavored with plenty of lemon and lemon zest to freshen the whole thing up and then a little secret ingredient — cardamom! Cardamom adds an amazing subtle flavor that takes these crumb bars over the top. Enjoy!

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Blueberry crumble bars stacked on top of each other.
Recipe

Get the Recipe: Blueberry Crumb Bars

4.50 from 2 votes
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 50 mins
Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
20 servings
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Layers of buttery crust and a homemade filling make these blueberry crumb bars absolutely irresistible. They're the perfect snack!

Ingredients

For the Filling:

  • ½ cup sugar
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • 4 cups blueberries
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest
  • ⅓ cup water

For the Bars:

  • 2 cups quick oats
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ¼ cups light brown sugar, firmly packed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 325°F.
  • For the filling: In a small saucepan, mix together sugar and cornstarch. Add blueberries, lemon juice, lemon zest, and water. Stir to combine. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to medium low and continue to cook until thickened and berries are mostly broken down (5 minutes).
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt until well combined. Add butter and use a pastry cutter or two forks or knives to cut in the butter until the mixture is crumbly and there are no large chunks of butter remaining.
  • Spray a 9×13-inch baking pan or dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Set aside 2 cups of crumb mixture. Put the remaining crumb mixture into the prepared pan and press down firmly in an even layer, using your fingers or the back of a large spoon.
  • Bake for 10 minutes. Remove pan from oven and carefully spread fruit filling evenly over crust. Sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture and gently pat down with a large spoon. Put the bars back in the oven and bake for 40 to 50 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Cool completely before cutting into bars.

Notes

  • Storage: Store in an airtight container (away from heat and sunlight) for 4-5 days. If your area is humid or you want to keep them longer, refrigerate the bars in an airtight container for up to 7 days. To freeze them, individually wrap each bar in plastic wrap and then in foil once. Transfer the wrapped bars into a freezer-friendly bag or container for up to 3 months. Thaw them overnight in the fridge or set them on the counter until they come down to room temperature.
  • If you'd like, you can use different berries. Combining your favorite berries like strawberries, blackberries, raspberries, pitted cherries, and blueberries makes a uniquely different filling. 

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1bar, Calories: 252kcal, Carbohydrates: 40g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 10g, Saturated Fat: 6g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 3g, Trans Fat: 0.4g, Cholesterol: 24mg, Sodium: 64mg, Potassium: 90mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 22g, Vitamin A: 300IU, Vitamin C: 4mg, Calcium: 23mg, Iron: 1mg

This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.

© Author: Rachel Gurk
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Verdict: Oh my goodness. I may have had one (or two) for breakfast.
Husband’s take: He likes them too — and I made him take them to work so I wouldn’t eat them all. Word is that people at his work are getting mad at me for sending them all my sweets. Anyone want to be my taste tester?
Changes I would make: None are necessary.
Difficulty: Easy.

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  1. Marjorie C Whiteside says

    July 20, 2019 at 10:10 pm

    Can you use frozen berries?

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    • Rachel Gurk says

      July 24, 2019 at 10:50 am

      That should work! Try to drain any excess juice out, though, so they don’t become overly runny.

      Reply
  2. Sue says

    June 22, 2019 at 5:17 pm

    I came across this recipe when looking for a way to use the black & vlue berries in my fridge. I made these today and they taste great! The lemon juice/zest adds a lot to the berries. The only thing I would change is the crust to berry ratio. Right now it seems like too much crust, or not enough berry. The bottom crust seems pretty thick. Next time I might shave the crust by 1/4 and see what happens.

    Reply
    • Rachel Gurk says

      June 23, 2019 at 12:35 pm

      I’m so glad you liked this recipe! Thanks for taking the time to come back and leave a comment!

      Reply
    • Amber says

      June 4, 2020 at 3:37 pm

      larger pan spread out more thats all

      Reply
  3. Marg says

    April 27, 2014 at 4:06 pm

    Hi I want to make these for a wedding. I have to make them a few days ahead because the wedding is 5 hours away. I was wondering will the bottom get soggy if they are made that far in advance?

    Reply
    • Rachel Gurk says

      April 28, 2014 at 9:21 am

      I haven’t done them that far in advance but they should be fine. The filling is very thick.

      Reply
  4. laurasmess says

    March 23, 2014 at 11:07 pm

    I love any kind of sticky berry bar with a crumble top. These look divine Rachel! We’re heading into autumn over here, the nights are gradually cooling down but the days are still sunny. Hope that you get some warmer weather soon… enjoy the onset of spring/summer fruits, veggies and sunny days! x

    Reply
  5. Aimee @ ShugarySweets says

    March 21, 2014 at 5:56 pm

    I’m so ready for spring too!!! These crumb bars sound awesome, and look amazing too!

    Reply
  6. Alaina {Fabtastic Eats} says

    March 21, 2014 at 1:54 am

    These bars sound perfect! So Springy! Im ready too :)
    By the way, you’re kids are so lucky you do all those things with them! Want to know how many times we’ve left the house since Monday…once. yah. And it’s not even crappy weather here! You’re my superhero.

    Reply
    • Rachel Gurk says

      March 21, 2014 at 9:02 am

      I’d go crazy if I didn’t. I can only stay in the house one day a week. I’m lucky to have a group of 4 friends who live nearby with similar aged kids — so there’s always at least one other mom there with me…so it’s fun for me too. Exhausting, but fun. :)

      Reply
  7. Jessica @ A Kitchen Addiction says

    March 20, 2014 at 2:24 pm

    I cannot wait for spring weather! But until it warms up, I guess I will just have to eat these bars and pretend that it’s warm and sunny!

    Reply
  8. Megan {CountryCleaver} says

    March 19, 2014 at 10:25 pm

    I’m ready for a sunny spring, too. I went for a walk in the pouring rain just to dust off the cobwebs and stretch my legs. Then came back freezing cold. I need sunshine! And one of these gorgeous bars. Duh!

    Reply
  9. Lauren Kelly Nutrition says

    March 19, 2014 at 9:33 pm

    These bars look amazing! I just pinned them :) It’s hard when the kids are young and you feel trapped inside. I feel trapped, but at least mine go to school. Spring is coming and we can all feel normal again! I can’t wait to make these bars!

    Reply
  10. Stephie @ Eat Your Heart Out says

    March 19, 2014 at 9:28 pm

    Ooo, pick me, pick me! I want to be your taste tester!! I’m dying over these. Actually, more accurately, my stomach is growling over them. Literally.

    Reply
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