Description
These Ultimate Blueberry Cream Cheese Bars are the perfect summer dessert with a buttery crust, creamy filling, and sweet blueberry topping. A crowd-pleaser for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups graham crackers (about 10–12 sheets), crushed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for crust)
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups fresh blueberries
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for topping)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Crush 2 cups of graham crackers into fine crumbs. Mix with 1/2 cup melted butter and 1/4 cup granulated sugar until combined.
- Press the mixture evenly into a greased or parchment-lined 9×13-inch baking pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then let cool.
- In a large bowl, beat 16 ounces softened cream cheese with 1 cup granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add 2 large eggs and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated. Pour the filling over the cooled crust and spread evenly.
- In a saucepan, combine 3 cups fresh blueberries, 1/4 cup sugar, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring often, until the mixture thickens and the berries soften (about 5-7 minutes). Let cool slightly.
- Spoon the blueberry topping over the cream cheese filling, spreading it gently to cover the surface.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Let the bars cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing.
Notes
For best results, use softened cream cheese to avoid lumps. Press the crust firmly into the pan for a solid base. Chill the bars for at least 2 hours before slicing for clean cuts.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 3
Keywords: blueberry dessert, cream cheese bars, summer treat, easy dessert recipe