Friends PS and PK (plus BSB chiming in on occasion) have been having a lengthy email discussion regarding blueberries and I decided to try out a recipe for Whole-Wheat Blueberry Bars that was passed along by PS in one of her messages.
Of course, I had to change a few things... with the mindset of "if you are going to go healthy go all the way", I skipped the butter entirely and used 1/4 cup of a rather mild extra-virgin olive oil. And I subbed King Arthur White Whole Wheat (which is made from a different variety of wheat) for regular whole wheat. Also, I baked the bars in a 9x13" pan (who has an 8x12" pan?!?). I had no problems with texture or thickness and they sure look pretty. However, they were a little bland.
I'll either add some cardamom (one of my favorite baking spices) or nutmeg (not one of my favorite baking spices) next time. The cardamom would add a nice brightness and sparkle, but the nutmeg would give some warmth to the taste. Hmmm, I guess it comes down to the time of year and your preferences.
Good recipe, thank you PS.
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