Description
Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Bars are a delightful dessert that combines a creamy cheesecake filling with fresh blueberries and zesty lemon, all perched atop a buttery graham cracker crust. These bars are not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to make, perfect for impressing guests at any gathering. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, these bars offer a refreshing balance of sweet and tart flavors that will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- Juice and zest of 2 lemons
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press firmly into a greased baking dish to form the crust.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar, then mix in sour cream, lemon juice, and zest until combined.
- Gently fold in blueberries without crushing them. Spread cheesecake filling evenly over the crust.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until set with a slight jiggle in the center. Cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight.
- Cut into squares and serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg