Description
Blueberry Lemon Pie Bars are a refreshing and delightful dessert that perfectly balances sweet blueberries with tangy lemon flavors. With a creamy cheesecake filling nestled on a buttery lemon shortbread crust, these bars are not only easy to make but also versatile enough for any occasion, from family gatherings to summer picnics. They offer a burst of flavor in every bite, and their beautiful appearance makes them an impressive addition to any dessert table. Perfectly portioned, these bars can be made ahead of time, making them ideal for those busy days when you still want to treat yourself or your guests.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- Zest and juice of 2 lemons
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and line an 8"x8" baking pan with foil.
- For the crust, mix melted butter, sugar, lemon zest, salt, and flour until just combined; press into the pan.
- Bake the crust for about 15 minutes or until lightly golden.
- For the filling, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add lemon zest, eggs, yogurt/sour cream, juice, salt, and flour; mix until smooth.
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust and sprinkle blueberries on top.
- Bake for an additional 45 minutes or until set in the center.
- Cool completely before slicing into bars.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (70g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg