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Blueberry Cheesecake Bars

Blueberry Cheesecake Bars That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

Delicious Blueberry Cheesecake Bars blend creamy cheesecake and fresh blueberries for a delightful dessert.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert Bars
Cuisine: American
Calories: 240

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs Substitute with gluten-free graham cracker crumbs for a gluten-free version.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar Light brown sugar can be used as a substitute.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Melted.
Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz full-fat cream cheese Room temperature preferred.
  • 3 large eggs At room temperature.
  • 2 cups blueberries Fresh, or thawed if frozen.
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice Enhances flavor.
Optional Toppings
  • 1/2 cup blueberry jam For drizzling.
  • 1/2 cup streusel topping Can be made with flour, sugar, and cold butter.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Hand Mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted unsalted butter in a bowl. Press into the bottom of the pan and bake for 10 minutes.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each, then fold in flour and blueberries.
  4. Pour cheesecake filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top. Bake for 35-40 minutes until edges are set and center is slightly jiggly.
  5. Let the bars cool in the pan at room temperature before refrigerating for at least 2 hours.
  6. For the optional jam topping, boil blueberries, sugar, water, and lemon juice until thickened, about 10 minutes. Cool and drizzle over the bars before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Allow proper chilling time for cutting into clean slices.

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