Blueberry Cream Cheese Bars
These Blueberry Cream Cheese Bars combine rich cream cheese with fresh blueberries, creating a delightful treat that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cream Cheese Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened Make sure it’s at room temperature.
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh blueberries Can use frozen blueberries if thawed and drained.
- 1 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix together flour, oats, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and melted butter to create a crumble mixture. Reserve half for topping.
- Press the remaining mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish and bake for 10 minutes.
Making the Filling
- In another bowl, beat the cream cheese with sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Stir in lemon juice and gently fold in blueberries.
- Pour the cream cheese filling over the baked crust and sprinkle the reserved crumble mixture on top.
Baking
- Bake for an additional 25-30 minutes or until set.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars.
Notes
These bars are best served chilled or at room temperature. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze wrapped tightly in plastic wrap.