Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake Bars

Ingredients
    For the Crust:
  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (gluten-free if needed)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
    • For the Cheesecake Filling:
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • For the Blueberry Swirl:
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp 1 cornstarch + 1 tbsp water (slurry)
Instructions
  1. 1
    1-Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  2. 2
    2-Make the crust: In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 10 minutes; set aside.
  3. 3
    3-Prepare the blueberry swirl: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook until blueberries release their juices. Add cornstarch slurry, stir until thickened, then remove from heat and cool slightly.
  4. 4
    4-Make the cheesecake filling: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until combined. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
  5. 5
    5-Assemble: Pour cheesecake filling over the crust. Drop spoonful of blueberry mixture on top and use a knife to gently swirl.
  6. 6
    6-Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
  7. 7
    7-Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight for best results).
  8. 8
    8-Slice into bars and serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Serving Size 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 210kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g19%
Saturated Fat 7g35%
Cholesterol 55mg19%
Sodium 120mg5%
Potassium 85mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 22g8%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Sugars 16g
Protein 4g8%
Magnesium 6 mg
Net Carb 21g

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For a keto-friendly twist, use almond flour in place of graham crackers, erythritol instead of sugar, and a low-carb thickener for the blueberries.

Read it online: https://simplydeliciousbites.com/recipe/blueberry-lemon-cheesecake-bars/

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