Blackberry and Raspberry Crumble Bars
Recipe by Chocolate with Grace
Process-
These bars so are so easy to make. As I was making them, I felt like I was in the late 1800s making something fun for the family during the holidays. It’s butter, flour, sugar, and berries.
One issue I ran into was the dough being too loose. I might have measured the flour wrong. I used measuring cups this time instead of a pyrex cup. When I added the top layer, it was too dusty. I thought that crumble was moister- I know I used the word- Because of this, I was worried the bars were going to be very dry, but they ended up ok!
I’m a visual learner and I like to use recipes that have pictures to guide you through the process. This recipe didn’t, which isn’t bad, just not how I would prefer to follow a recipe. I love watching people make things. I was talking to a friend yesterday about how much I watch GBBO and how it’s helped so much during this process. Most baking terms and techniques I’ve heard of and seen done, which has helped me!
Taste-
The bars were delicious. I do wish I had more blackberries. I ran out, so I added leftover raspberries I had in the refrigerator. They added a little tang to the bars. The bars weren’t super sweet either, but I kind of like my bars to be on the sweeter side. I’m a sucker for sweet, almost raw dough I think it gives it a nice texture.
I tried to find a synonym for moist and what came up was not appetizing- Damp, dank, humid- There is also a band named Moist.
Random Thoughts-
I tried to find a synonym for moist and what came up was not appetizing- Damp, dank, humid- There is also a band named Moist.
I ordered a new chair for our sun room, and I am VERY excited for it to arrive. When it comes, my goal is to attempt not to look at my phone for the first 30 minutes of waking up and read a book in the chair. Even if I did it once a week, I would be proud of myself. Here’s what the chair looks like- exciting, right???
I’m making arancini tonight!!! I’ve never made them before and it looks laborious but I love them so much and I’m making them for my bestie Sarah who is coming over for dinner tonight. I’ll report back on how it goes. Wish me luck!
-JLM
