Blueberry Shortbread Bites

Vegetarian
Blueberry Shortbread Bites
30 min.
30
97kcal

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If you're looking for a delightful and easy-to-make dessert, these Blueberry Shortbread Bites are a perfect choice! With the sweetness of dried blueberries, the brightness of orange zest, and the rich, buttery goodness of shortbread, these bite-sized treats are a crowd-pleaser. The best part? They come together in just 30 minutes and only require a few simple ingredients.

These little bites of heaven offer a satisfying crunch and a burst of flavor in every bite. The addition of cornstarch ensures they have that delicate melt-in-your-mouth texture that makes shortbread so irresistible. The combination of dried blueberries and orange zest adds a refreshing twist that will have everyone asking for more. Whether you're hosting a gathering, looking for an afternoon snack, or simply treating yourself, these Blueberry Shortbread Bites are a delightful way to indulge without feeling guilty. Plus, they’re vegetarian-friendly, so everyone can enjoy them!

Making these Blueberry Shortbread Bites is so easy, even beginner bakers can enjoy the process. With just a few simple steps using your food processor, you’ll have a tray of golden, perfectly baked bites ready to serve in no time. So why not give them a try and bring a little sweetness and sunshine into your day?

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup butter cold cubed
  • 0.3 cup cornstarch 
  • 0.7 cup blueberries dried
  • 1.5 cups flour 
  • tablespoon orange zest shredded finely
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.7 cup sugar 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • oven
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 35
  2. In a food processor, pulse together flour, sugar, cornstarch, orange zest, and salt.
  3. Add butter, then pulse until fine and crumbly.
  4. Remove bowl from food processor and stir in dried blueberries.
  5. Measure 2 tbsp. mixture into each of 36 mini muffin cups*, pressing down firmly.
  6. Bake until golden brown, about 15 minutes.
  7. Let cool at least a few minutes before serving.
  8. *If you don't have mini muffin pans, press 1/4 cup mixture into each of 18 regular muffin cups and bake about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories97kcal
Protein3.22%
Fat43.8%
Carbs52.98%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.5
Glycemic Load
6.55
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.2491304330204%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:97.25kcal
4.86%
Fat:4.77g
7.33%
Saturated Fat:2.93g
18.29%
Carbohydrates:12.98g
4.33%
Net Carbohydrates:12.33g
4.49%
Sugar:6.32g
7.03%
Cholesterol:12.2mg
4.07%
Sodium:57.03mg
2.48%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.79g
1.58%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.31%
Selenium:2.23µg
3.19%
Folate:11.67µg
2.92%
Vitamin A:142.66IU
2.85%
Fiber:0.64g
2.58%
Manganese:0.04mg
2.17%
Iron:0.36mg
2.02%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.99%
Vitamin B3:0.37mg
1.87%
Potassium:35.27mg
1.01%
Source:My Recipes