Description
Discover the irresistible flavor of Blueberry Cream Cheese Bars, a simple and delicious dessert perfect for any occasion. Combining a crunchy graham cracker crust, creamy cream cheese layer, fresh blueberries, and fluffy whipped topping, this recipe offers a delightful balance of textures and flavors. An easy-to-make treat that guarantees to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups fresh blueberries
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for topping)
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl, then press into a lined baking pan and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes to form the crust.
- Beat softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Spread over the cooled crust.
- Gently fold fresh blueberries into the cream cheese layer or spread them on top, mashing some if desired.
- Bake the assembled layers at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes. Allow to cool completely.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Spread or pipe over the cooled bars for a luscious topping.
Notes
- Use fresh blueberries for optimal flavor; frozen berries work if thawed and drained.
- Ensure cream cheese is softened for easy mixing and a smooth filling.
- Chill the bars for at least 2 hours before serving to set layers and enhance flavor.
- For an extra touch, drizzle with white chocolate or lemon glaze.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking, No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (about 1/12 of recipe)
- Calories: 290 Kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg