Delicious and refreshing dessert bars with a perfect balance of flavors

These rosemary and lemon blackberry bars are a perfect combination of sweet, tart, and herbal flavors. The buttery crust complements the bright and tangy filling, making them a great dessert for any occasion.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
• 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
• 2 cups fresh blackberries
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the cold butter and rosemary, then mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Press the crust mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish and bake for 20 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.
4. In a separate bowl, mix the blackberries, sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and cornstarch until well combined.
5. Spread the blackberry mixture evenly over the baked crust and return to the oven for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
6. Allow the bars to cool completely before slicing into squares and serving.
7. Enjoy these rosemary and lemon blackberry bars with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

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