Blueberry Lemon Pie Bars
If you’re craving a refreshing dessert that balances sweetness and tartness, look no further than these Blueberry Lemon Pie Bars. With a buttery shortbread crust and a creamy lemon cheesecake filling packed with fresh blueberries, these bars are perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a summer picnic or enjoying a cozy family dinner, this delightful treat is sure to impress. They are not only simple to make but also offer versatility; feel free to customize them with different berries or add a crunchy topping! Enjoy these bars chilled for the best flavor experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter (melted)
- ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 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 oven to 350ºF (177ºC) and line an 8" x 8" baking pan with foil.
- In a bowl, mix melted butter, sugar, vanilla extract, salt, lemon zest, and flour until combined. Press into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add lemon zest, eggs, yogurt/sour cream, lemon juice, salt, and flour; mix until creamy.
- Gently fold in blueberries and pour filling over the crust. Sprinkle reserved crust mixture on top if desired.
- Bake for about 60 minutes until set. Cool completely before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg