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Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Bars: Portable Indulgence for Any Gathering

A close-up of a thick, square slice of Lemon blueberry cheesecake bars showing the creamy filling, bright blueberries, and graham cracker crust.
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Make these easy-to-slice lemon blueberry cheesecake bars for your next party. They combine tart lemon flavor with sweet blueberries in a reliable, crowd-friendly dessert format.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
  2. Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside.
  3. Prepare the cheesecake filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with 1 cup sugar until smooth. Beat in the vanilla extract, eggs one at a time, then mix in the lemon juice and lemon zest until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the baked crust. Sprinkle the fresh blueberries evenly over the top of the batter.
  5. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center has only a slight jiggle.
  6. Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. This may take about 1 hour.
  7. Chill the bars in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, before slicing. Use the parchment overhang to lift the bars out of the pan. Cut into squares before serving.

Notes

  • For the best texture, ensure your cream cheese is fully softened to room temperature before mixing.
  • If you prefer a slightly firmer bar, you can bake for an additional 5 minutes.
  • To make these bars extra portable for a potluck, you can line the pan with foil instead of parchment, leaving a large overhang, which acts as handles for lifting.

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