Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Bars
Deliciously creamy cheesecake bars infused with fresh lemon and dotted with blueberries, perfect for a sweet treat or dessert.
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Ingredients
Yields 4 servings
- (1 1/2 cups) graham cracker crumbs
- (1/4 cups) granulated sugar
- (1/2 cups) unsalted butter, melted
- (16 oz) cream cheese, softened
- (1 cup) granulated sugar
- (3) large eggs
- (1/4 cups) fresh lemon juice
- (1 tablespoon) lemon zest
- (1 teaspoon) vanilla extract
- (1 cup) fresh blueberries
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175 °C).
- 2
In a medium bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter. Mix until well combined.
- 3
Press the graham cracker mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x9-inch baking pan to form the crust. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then remove and let cool slightly.
- 4
In a large mixing bowl, beat together 16 oz softened cream cheese and 1 cup granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
- 5
Add 3 large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then mix in 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon lemon zest, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until fully combined.
- 6
Gently fold in 1 cup fresh blueberries into the cheesecake mixture.
- 7
Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cooled crust and spread it evenly.
- 8
Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the center is set and slightly jiggles when moved.
- 9
Remove from the oven and let cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting into bars.
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