Description
Fresh and bright Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Bars that are soft, sweet, and perfect for snacks or small treats.
Ingredients
- 200 g butter cookies
- 100 g butter, melted
- 400 g cream cheese
- 150 g sugar
- 2 eggs
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 200 g fresh blueberries
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit). Line a 20×20 cm baking pan with parchment paper.
- Crush the cookies and mix them with melted butter. Spread this mixture evenly in the pan and press down firmly.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sugar, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gently fold in the fresh blueberries and spread the mixture over the cookie base.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, or until the filling is set.
- Remove from the oven and let cool. Cut into bars and serve.
Notes
Use room temperature cream cheese for a smooth mix. Do not over mix after adding eggs. Fold in blueberries gently, and ensure the cookie base is pressed well.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American