Indulge in these delightful blueberry ricotta squares that are both sweet and tangy. Made with fresh blueberries and creamy ricotta cheese, this dessert is perfect for any occasion. The crumbly oat crust pairs perfectly with the luscious blueberry filling, creating a dessert that will satisfy your sweet tooth. With a preparation time of just 30 minutes, you can enjoy these squares in no time. Serve them as a dessert or as a sweet breakfast treat, and watch them disappear quickly!
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, and salt.
- Pour in the melted butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Press two-thirds of the mixture into a greased 9x9 inch baking dish to form the crust.
- In another bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and eggs until well combined.
- Pour the ricotta mixture over the crust in the baking dish.
- Spread the fresh blueberries evenly over the ricotta mixture.
- Sprinkle the remaining oat mixture over the blueberries as a crumb topping.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
- Allow the squares to cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Serve and enjoy!
