Blackberry Crumb Bars (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 cup butter, melted.
02 - 3 cups all-purpose flour.
03 - 1 teaspoon baking powder.
04 - ½ teaspoon cinnamon.
05 - 1¼ cups total sugar, divided.
06 - ¾ cup brown sugar.
07 - 2 large eggs.
08 - 1 teaspoon almond extract.
09 - 4 cups fresh blackberries.
10 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice.
11 - 1½ tablespoons cornstarch.

# Instructions:

01 - Heat oven to 375°F. Line 9x13 pan with parchment and spray with cooking spray.
02 - Mix melted butter with flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and sugars. Add eggs and almond extract. Save 1½ cups for topping.
03 - Toss blackberries with sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch until coated. Spread over base layer.
04 - Sprinkle reserved crumb mixture over berries. Bake 40-45 minutes until golden. Cool completely before cutting.

# Notes:

01 - Can use fresh or frozen berries.
02 - Great for picnics and potlucks.
03 - Keeps well in airtight container.

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