Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Blueberry Lemon Pie Bars, the perfect summer dessert that marries the zesty brightness of lemon with sweet, juicy blueberries. These bars feature a creamy cheesecake-like filling perched atop a buttery lemon shortbread crust, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a picnic or simply indulging at home, these bars are easy to prepare and sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Brighten your dessert table with their vibrant colors and refreshing flavors, and watch as they become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 3 cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- 2 large eggs
- Fresh lemon juice and zest
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350ºF (177ºC) and line an 8”x8” baking pan with foil.
- In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, sugar, lemon zest, and flour to form the crust. Press it into the prepared pan.
- In another bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sugar, lemon juice, eggs, and flour until smooth for the filling. Fold in blueberries.
- Pour the filling over the crust and bake for 30-35 minutes or until set.
- Let cool completely before slicing into bars.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg