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Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake Bars

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Chillling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings 12 Bars

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 16 ounces cream cheese softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • cups fresh or frozen blueberries
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a 9×9-inch pan with parchment paper
  • Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until evenly combined
  • Press firmly into the pan and bake for 10 minutes
  • Cook blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat until berries burst
  • Stir in cornstarch slurry and simmer until thickened, then cool
  • Beat cream cheese until smooth, then mix in sugar
  • Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until combined
  • Mix in sour cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla
  • Pour filling over cooled crust
  • Spoon blueberry sauce over the top and gently swirl
  • Bake for 38–42 minutes until edges are set and center slightly jiggles
  • Turn off oven, crack door, and cool inside for 30 minutes
  • Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4–6 hours
  • Lift out and slice with a sharp knife

Notes

Do not overmix after adding eggs
Let blueberry sauce cool before swirling
Chill fully for clean slices
Best made a day ahead for improved flavor