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Blueberry Cheesecake Bars

These quick and easy Blueberry Cheesecake Bars are a creamy, dreamy treat that transforms any day into something magical.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups 1 and 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/3 cup 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup 1/2 cup melted butter
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 ounces 16 ounces (2 packs) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup 1 cup sugar
  • 2 large 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
For the Topping
  • Extra blueberries for garnish (optional) Use as desired for garnishing.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until it resembles wet sand. Press into the bottom of a parchment-lined 9x9 inch baking dish.
  3. Bake for 10 minutes and allow to cool.
  4. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth.
  5. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing just until combined. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  6. Gently fold in the blueberries.
Baking
  1. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cooled crust and spread evenly.
  2. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
  3. Let the bars cool at room temperature for about an hour, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours before cutting.
Serving
  1. Garnish with extra blueberries if desired and serve.

Notes

Fresh blueberries work wonderfully, but frozen ones may release more moisture. For a lighter option, Greek yogurt can replace cream cheese, though this changes the texture.