Berry Crumble Bars
The following recipe and photography was provided by Christina Musgrave of Tasting with Tina.
These Berry Crumble Bars are the perfect balance of buttery crust and sweet, jammy fruit filling. Made with a mix of fresh berries and a hint of lemon, they have a bright, fresh flavor that feels both classic and elevated—any combination of blueberries, blackberries, strawberries, or raspberries works beautifully. The crumble topping bakes up golden and tender thanks to rich Heinen’s butter, giving every bite the perfect texture. A touch of Heinen’s Cinnamon adds warmth without overpowering the natural sweetness of the berries.
This recipe comes together easily in one bowl with no mixer required, making it approachable for any home baker. Whether you’re serving these for a weekend breakfast, a holiday dessert, or a simple weeknight treat, they’re a crowd-pleasing favorite.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Simple ingredients, standout flavor. Simple ingredients that deliver big, restaurant-quality flavor.
- Easy to make, perfect for any occasion. Comes together in one bowl with no mixer required, making it a stress-free option for everything from weekend baking to last-minute desserts.
- Made with trusted pantry staples. Made with convenient, high-quality staples that can be purchased at any Heinen’s location.
Berry Crumble Bars
Servings: 16
Ingredients
Crust & Crumble Topping
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp Heinen’s Ground Cinnamon
- Zest of 1 small lemon
- 1 cup (2 sticks) cold Heinen's butter, cut into small cubes
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
Berry Filling
- 5 cups chopped fresh berries
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 4 tsp cornstarch
- Juice of 1 small lemon
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F: Line a 9×13-inch pan with parchment paper.
2. Make the crust and topping: In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, flour, salt, cinnamon, and lemon zest. Add the cold butter and use your hands (or a pastry cutter) to work it into the dry ingredients until crumbly with small, pea-sized pieces of butter. Add the egg and vanilla, then mix with a fork until a crumbly dough forms. Press about 2/3 of the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
3. Make the filling: In a separate bowl, toss together the berries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice until evenly coated. Spread the berry filling over the crust. Crumble the remaining dough evenly over the top.
4. Bake: Bake for 40–45 minutes, until the top is lightly golden and the fruit is bubbling. Cool completely.
