Description
Blueberry Cheesecake Bars are creamy, rich dessert bars with a buttery crust, smooth cheesecake filling, and a sweet-tart blueberry topping, perfect for make-ahead treats or gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 1/2 cups blueberry pie filling or blueberry compote
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until combined.
- Press mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Bake crust for 10 minutes and allow to cool slightly.
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Mix in vanilla extract and sour cream until fully combined.
- Pour cheesecake filling over the crust and spread evenly.
- Spoon blueberry filling over the top and gently swirl if desired.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes until the center is set.
- Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours before slicing.
Notes
- Chill thoroughly for clean slices.
- Fresh blueberries cooked with sugar and lemon juice can replace pie filling.
- Store bars refrigerated in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American