Description
These Lemon-Blueberry Cream Cheese Bars combine a buttery shortbread crust, tangy lemon-infused cream cheese filling, and juicy blueberries for a vibrant, refreshing dessert that melts in your mouth.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for crust)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang.
- Mix flour, 1/2 cup sugar (for crust), salt, and melted butter in a bowl until crumbly. Press into prepared pan and bake for 15 minutes.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add remaining 1/2 cup sugar, eggs, vanilla, lemon zest, and juice. Mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in blueberries and pour filling over the baked crust.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until the center is set and edges are lightly golden.
- Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing.
- Cut into squares and serve chilled. Optional: top with powdered sugar or whipped cream.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese for a smooth filling.
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid cracks.
- Let the bars chill completely before slicing for cleaner cuts.
- Frozen blueberries can be used, but do not thaw them first.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg