If you’ve ever been to Zion National Park, you’ve likely tried their famous Bumbleberry Bakery — a quaint and friendly little shop that sells ice cream, pies, jams and other sweets made from the fictional fruit. One of their most beloved creations, Bumbleberry Dream Bars, are a harmonious blend of silvered almonds, gooey chocolate, and dollops of sweet Bumbleberry jam.
The Zion National Park bumbleberry, a mythical fruit often featured in local lore and cuisine, is a legendary berry said to grow wild within the park’s boundaries. While no official botanical record exists for such a fruit, its name and description suggest a blend of real-world berries.
Many believe the Zion bumbleberry is a mix of blueberries and blackberries, combining their rich colors and sweet-tart flavors. This imaginative fruit has become a beloved symbol of the park, inspiring local businesses and adding a touch of magic to the region’s culinary scene.
Even if you can’t make it to Zion, you can recreate these Bumbleberry Dream Bars at home. Following is our take on this easy-to-make, mouthwatering treat.
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Bumbleberry Dream Bars
Recipe by Jason Hill – CookingSessions.comIngredients
- 8 ounces Kerrygold butter at room temperature
- ¾ cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- ¼ cup slivered almonds
- 12 ounces Bumbleberry or blackberry jam
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Set your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
- Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, combine the butter and sugar. Beat with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
- Add Vanilla and Dry Ingredients: Stir in the vanilla extract. Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until just combined.
- Prepare the Base: Press two-thirds of the dough into a 9-inch square baking pan.
- Layer the Chocolate: Scatter the chocolate chips evenly over the dough, leaving a small border.
- Top with Almond Crumble: Combine the remaining dough with the slivered almonds. Crumble the dough over the chocolate chips.
- Dollop with Jam: Spoon dollops of Bumbleberry or blackberry jam over the almond crumble.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake for 45 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Cool and Cut: Let the bars cool completely before cutting into squares.
