Description
Blueberry Lemon Pie Bars are a delightful fusion of sweet blueberries and zesty lemon, nestled in a creamy cheesecake filling atop a buttery shortbread crust. This refreshing dessert is perfect for summer picnics, birthday parties, or cozy family dinners. With their vibrant flavors and easy preparation, these bars are sure to impress at any gathering. Simply slice into squares and enjoy either chilled or at room temperature for a burst of fruity goodness that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter (melted)
- ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
- the zest of one lemon
- 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
- 8 ounces (225g) cream cheese (softened to room temperature)
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- zest of one lemon
- 2 large eggs
- 5 ounces (150g) yogurt or sour cream
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (60g) all-purpose flour
- 3 cups (300g) blueberries (fresh or frozen; if using frozen, do not thaw)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and prepare an 8" x 8" baking pan lined with foil.
- For the crust, mix melted butter, sugar, vanilla extract, salt, lemon zest, and flour until crumbly. Press into the bottom of the pan.
- For the filling, beat softened cream cheese until smooth; add sugar gradually. Mix in lemon zest, eggs one at a time, yogurt or sour cream, fresh lemon juice, salt, and flour until combined.
- Pour the filling over the crust and sprinkle blueberries on top without pressing down. Bake for about 60 minutes until set in the center.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg