Blueberry Pie Bars

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Blueberry Pie Bars offer a delightful twist on traditional pie, blending the rich, buttery crust of a classic dessert with the convenience of a handheld bar. The golden-brown crust cradles the luscious, juicy blueberry filling – each bite bursting with the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. This recipe has a familiar flavor in a new form, ideal for everything from afternoon tea to casual gatherings.

a blueberry pie bar dessert on a white plate surrounded with fresh blueberries.

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I love when it’s berry season. I’m well known for buying them by the box, and sometimes many boxes at one time. Blueberries make the perfect snack, whether at home or on the go. They are handy for tossing into Homemade Pancakes or making Coffee Cake Blueberry Muffins.

Fresh blueberries mean I can make some of my favourite recipes like Blueberry Lemon Loaf Cake, and Blueberry Shortcake. We also love just plain (but not in taste) Blueberry Cake.

These easy blueberry pie bars have a soft yet formed shortbread-style crust that is so buttery. The same crust mixture doubles down for the crumble topping too. The creamy filling in this easy blueberry dessert is of course, fresh blueberries that are juicy, moist, and almost pop when enjoyed.

This super simple and delicious dessert have the flavors of a blueberry pie without the hassle of making a pie crust.

If you have fresh blueberries on hand, you’ll most likely have everything needed for these squares. You might not even need for a trip to the grocery store.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Perfect balance of textures and flavors – The crisp, crumbly base and topping provide a delightful contrast to the soft, jammy blueberry filling, creating layers of taste and texture that keep you coming back for more.
Simple yet impressive – Despite its elegant appearance and complex flavor, this recipe is straightforward enough for bakers of all levels, making it perfect for both special occasions and everyday indulgences much like our Best Pecan Pie Bars Recipe.
Versatile – Blueberries add a fresh, fragrant burst of color and flavor that appeals to many palates, and these bars can be enjoyed warm or chilled, making them adaptable to any season or setting.

Total Time: 1 hr + 10 min

Serves: 12

a square metal baking pan filled with uncut blueberry pie bars.

Ingredients and Notes

Blueberries – Fresh blueberries are ideal for their natural juiciness and vibrant flavor, but frozen berries work equally well. You can substitute half the juicy blueberries with blackberries or raspberries for a mixed berry experience.
All-Purpose Flour – This provides a sturdy structure for the crust and crumbly topping, but whole wheat flour can be used as a healthier alternative. Note that whole wheat might result in a denser texture and a more nutty flavor.
Butter- Unsalted butter brings richness and a perfect flaky crumb to the crust and topping. You can substitute with margarine or a dairy-free butter alternative for a vegan-friendly version, though flavor and texture may vary slightly.
Granulated Sugar – Sugar sweetens the blueberry filling and balances the tartness. For a deeper flavor, you might use brown sugar, which adds subtle caramel notes, or reduce the sugar slightly for a less sweet treat.

As always, the full ingredients and recipe is on the printable recipe card at the end of this post.

Recipe Variations

Swap the Berries: Try raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, or a berry medley for a different flavor profile while keeping the same ease and texture. You might want to check out our Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake Bars if you want a bar recipe that has cream cheese.
Add a Vanilla Glaze: Drizzle a simple vanilla glaze over cooled bars for a sweet finish that adds moisture and a hint of warmth to the flavor. You can also do this for our Blueberry Lemon Cupcakes.
Sprinkle with Cinnamon – A subtle dash to a teaspoon of cinnamon in the crumb topping or filling adds warmth and a cozy spice that pairs perfectly with fresh blueberries. It would be a nice touch on our Creamy Vanilla Bars too.

blueberry pie bar being taken out of a baking pan with a spatula.

Tips for Success

You can use frozen berries for this recipe. Yet make sure to toss them into a couple tablespoons of flour before adding them to the mixture. This prevents them from bleeding into the bars.
You can substitute greek yogurt for the sour cream, yet it won’t be as robust. Still tasty, but noticeably different. This vintage recipes calls for sour cream for a reason.
Don’t overwork the dough to keep it tender and crumbly. Mixing butter into the flour just until pea-sized crumbs form ensures moist crumbs and a flaky texture without toughness.
You can line the baking pan with parchment paper to make this blueberry dessert easier to remove from the pan to slice.

How to Make Blueberry Pie Bars

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees and grease a 8×8 baking dish.
In a large bowl combine the flour, sugar and butter pieces with an electric mixer until it reaches a consistency that is crumbly.
Set aside 3/4-1 cup of the mixture to use as the topping.
Press the rest of the batter mixture into the prepared dish. Try to press the mixture into an even layer on the bottom.
Bake for 18 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. Remove from the oven and set aside as you make the filling.
In another bowl, whisk the eggs together and then add in the sugar, sour cream, flour and the pinch of salt.
When combined, gently stir in the blueberries.
Pour the mixture on top of the still-warm bottom crust, and sprinkle the reserved crust mixture on top of the filling.
Place the pan into the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the topping is slightly browned.
Cool this blueberry pie bar recipe before serving to allow some of the juices to settle, but I think this blueberry dessert bar is best when still warm. Enjoy!

Serving Suggestions

Once cooled slightly, cut your dessert into squares of your preferred size. I love these bars when still warm, freshly baked. Our Delicious Blackberry Cobbler is another recipe that is enjoyed in the same way.

Enjoy these delicious blueberry desserts as is. Or, top each bar with some vanilla ice cream or whipped topping, as you would with our Apple Coffee Cake.

A blueberry pie bar on a plate with a fork.

Freezing & Storing Leftovers

Freezing

Wrap the bars tightly in plastic wrap and then aluminum foil or place them in an airtight freezer container. Freeze for up to 2 months. When ready to enjoy, thaw overnight in the refrigerator for best texture.

Storing

Store baked blueberry pie bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Refrigerate to extend freshness for up to a week. Cooling the bars completely before storage prevents condensation from making them soggy.

Recipe FAQ

Can I use other berries in this blueberry desserts recipe?

Absolutely! You can make this easy recipe using raspberries, blackberries, or mix of different berries to make a fruit crumble bar.

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Easy Blueberry Pie Bars

These Easy Blueberry Pie Bars are made with fresh blueberries and has a tasty crust with a crisp crumb topping. This super simple and delicious dessert have the flavors of a blueberry pie without the hassle of making a pie crust.

4.55 from 135 votes

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Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 1

Total Time: 1 10

Servings: Bars

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Author: Tammi

Ingredients

FOR THE CRUST & TOPPING:

1½ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cups granulated sugar
¾ cup butter (chilled and cubed)

FILLING:

2 large eggs
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup sour cream
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
pinch salt
3 cups fresh blueberries

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees and grease a 8×8 baking dish.
In a large bowl combine the flour, sugar and butter pieces with an electric mixer until it reaches a consistency that is crumbly.
Set aside ¾-1 cup of the mixture to use as the topping.
Press the rest of the mixture into the prepared dish. Try to press the mixture evenly onto the bottom.
Bake for 18 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. Remove from the oven and set aside as you make the filling.
In another bowl, whisk the eggs together and then add in the sugar, sour cream, flour and the pinch of salt.
When combined, gently stir in the blueberries.
Pour the mixture on top of the still-warm crust, and sprinkle the reserved crust mixture on top of the filling.
Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the topping is slightly browned. Cool before serving, but it is best when still warm.
Enjoy!

Notes

If you use frozen berries, toss them in flour before adding them to the mixture to prevent them from bleeding into the bars.

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17 Comments

Tammi says:

06/30/2025 at 11:52 am

A great blueberry dessert recipe to make advantage of summer berry season. We love this recipe!

Pat says:

08/18/2024 at 12:19 pm

Tammi, these blueberry pie bars are absolutely yummy! I’ve made them twice in the past month. One of them was a double batch made in a 9×13 pan. My only issue is how hard or maybe crunchy the crust is. It really is almost too hard to break up with a fork. The taste is so good but I would like it to not be quite so hard. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I have not a any trouble with my oven heating as set.
Thanks

1. Tammi says:
  
  08/19/2024 at 1:24 pm
  
  I have had this happen with a really old baking pan before. I’d suggest either use a non-tin pan or knock the temperature down a bit.
  
K says:

08/12/2024 at 9:44 am

Could I make this with peaches?

1. Tammi says:
  
  08/19/2024 at 1:25 pm
  
  Sure, I don’t see why not. Let me know how it goes if you try it.
  
Jill says:

07/12/2024 at 9:41 am

This was a yummy dessert. I was surprised by the crust tasting like buttery shortbread which was the highlight of the recipe. I love blueberry pie but this has replaced my go to recipe for fresh blueberries.

Gretchen says:

07/09/2024 at 11:01 am

Can you use frozen blueberries

1. Tammi says:
  
  07/15/2024 at 2:06 pm
  
  yes, but make sure they are thawed. 🙂
  
Dianna Skold says:

08/24/2023 at 2:08 pm

Hello…is this made with cultured sour cream or cream that you sour with lemon juice? These sound so delicious!

1. Tammi says:
  
  08/28/2023 at 11:54 am
  
  Store bought sour cream. 🙂
  
Kelli says:

06/09/2023 at 2:25 pm

I have made this several times in the past. We are having company for dinner and my husband requested this for dessert because we have fresh blueberries. We love it!

Londa says:

03/31/2023 at 7:33 pm

This recipe looks wonderful! I’d like to make it for a visit to friends ~ but one person doesn’t like blueberries. Do you think I could substitute blackberries?

1. Tammi says:
  
  04/03/2023 at 9:24 am
  
  Absolutely, use any kind of berry you’d like. 🙂
  
Anna B says:

08/14/2022 at 12:12 pm

This looks so good! I plan to make it tonight. Can it be made in advance and cooked when ready?

1. Tammi says:
  
  08/15/2022 at 1:03 pm
  
  Hello! I don’t see why not yet some of the berries will sink unless you coat them in flour before adding.
  
2. Claudia says:
  
  07/20/2024 at 2:14 pm
  
  I made the Blueberry Pie Bars yesterday and they were absolutely delicious. I will make sure I keep this recipe. GREAT summer dessert.
  
Justine says:

05/09/2022 at 8:23 pm

My family loved the blueberry pie bars! I doubled the recipe and used a 9×13 pan. It worked perfectly! I will definitely make this recipe again – SOON!

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