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Fresh Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake Bars

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These creamy cheesecake bars feature a buttery graham cracker crust, a tangy lemon cheesecake layer, and a juicy blueberry topping—perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1 large lemon (about 1 tablespoon)
  • Juice of 1 large lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 2 cups fresh blueberries
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  2. Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a mixing bowl. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then let it cool.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cooled crust and smooth it out.
  4. In a small saucepan, combine blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens and blueberries begin to break down, about 5-7 minutes. Let cool slightly before spooning evenly over the cheesecake layer.
  5. Bake the cheesecake bars for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle. Remove from the oven and let cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
  6. Once chilled and set, use the parchment overhang to lift the bars out of the pan. Slice into squares or rectangles and serve chilled.

Notes

[‘Room temperature ingredients ensure a smoother filling.’, ‘Press the crust firmly into the pan for better structure.’, ‘Avoid overmixing the cheesecake batter to prevent cracks.’, ‘Chill the bars for at least 4 hours to set properly.’, ‘Wipe your knife with a damp paper towel between cuts for cleaner slices.’]

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