Lemon-Blueberry Cream Cheese Bars
Looking for a refreshing dessert that strikes the perfect balance between tangy and sweet? These Lemon-Blueberry Cream Cheese Bars are your go-to treat! Bursting with zesty lemon flavor and dotted with juicy blueberries, they are a delightful addition to any gathering. Ideal for family get-togethers or a well-deserved indulgence after a busy week, these bars can be easily prepared in advance, allowing you to enjoy time with your guests without the stress of last-minute baking. With their creamy filling resting on a buttery graham cracker crust, every bite promises a taste sensation that will have everyone asking for more.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 9 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
- 16 full-size graham crackers (or 2 cups graham cracker crumbs)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 16 ounces cream cheese (at room temperature)
- 2 large eggs (at room temperature)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest (from 1 medium lemon)
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (from 1 medium lemon)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 cups fresh blueberries (divided)
- Powdered sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). In a bowl, mix melted butter, crushed graham crackers, sugar, and salt until combined. Press into a greased baking pan.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and salt until fully mixed.
- Gently fold in one cup of blueberries. Pour filling over crust and sprinkle remaining blueberries on top.
- Bake for 35 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cool before chilling in the refrigerator for at least two hours.
- Slice into bars and serve chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg