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Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake Bars

A delightful blend of creamy cheesecake, tangy lemon, and sweet blueberries, perfect for summer gatherings or cozy nights at home.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 9 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ⅓ cup ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz 16 oz cream cheese, softened Use room temperature for a smoother filling.
  • 0.5 cup ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 each Zest of one lemon
  • 2 tbsp 2 tbsp lemon juice
For the Blueberry Topping
  • 2 cups 2 cups fresh blueberries Fresh blueberries yield the best flavor.
  • 0.25 cup ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp 1 tbsp lemon juice

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Get those baking vibes going!
  2. In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
  3. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 9x9 inch pan to form the crust.
  4. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth.
  5. Add the sugar, mixing until well combined. Incorporate the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
  6. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the prepared crust, spreading it evenly.
Baking
  1. Bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
Topping Preparation
  1. In a saucepan, combine blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice.
  2. Cook over medium heat, stirring gently until the blueberries release their juices and the mixture thickens (about 5-7 minutes).
Cooling and Serving
  1. Allow the cheesecake bars to cool completely before layering the blueberry topping over the cheesecake.
  2. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing.

Notes

For best texture, chill thoroughly before serving. Serve with ice cream or sorbet for added delight.