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Blueberry Cheesecake Bars

Blueberry Cheesecake Bars

These homemade Blueberry Cheesecake Bars are creamy, fruity, and perfect for summer! Try this easy from-scratch dessert featuring a graham cracker crust and fresh blueberries.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Rest Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Course Dessert
Servings 9 Servings

Equipment

  • 9x9 baking dish

Ingredients
  

Graham Cracker Crust

  • 12 graham cracker sheets broken into crumbs
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 3 ounces unsalted butter melted
  • 1 pinch cinnamon

Cheesecake Filling

  • 16 ounces cream cheese room temperature
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups fresh blueberries

Crumb Topping

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • ¼ cup light brown sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.

Graham Cracker Crust

  • In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon (if using). Stir until the mixture looks like wet sand. Press the crust mixture evenly into the prepared pan and set aside.

Cheesecake Filling

  • In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Continue beating until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
  • Pour the cheesecake mixture over the graham cracker crust and spread it into an even layer. Sprinkle the blueberries in an even layer over the top.

Crumb Topping

  • In a small bowl, mix together the crumb topping ingredients until crumbly. Sprinkle evenly over the blueberries. Break up any large clumps.
  • Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool completely at room temperature. Transfer the pan to the refrigerator and chill for at least 1½ to 2 hours before slicing. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Room temperature cream cheese blends smoother and prevents lumps.
  • If using an 8x8 pan-reduce the amount of the graham crackers crust by ¼-1/2 cup to prevent too thick of a crust.
  • Don’t overbake-the center should jiggle slightly when you remove it from the oven; it will get firmer as it chills.
  • Use parchment paper to make lifting and slicing the bars super easy. This especially helpful if serving at a party.
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