Blueberry Lemon Pie Bars
Blueberry Lemon Pie Bars are the perfect blend of sweet and tangy flavors, making them an irresistible dessert for any occasion. With a buttery shortbread crust topped with a creamy lemon cheesecake filling and bursting with fresh blueberries, these bars are not only delicious but also easy to prepare. Ideal for summer picnics or cozy winter evenings, they can be enjoyed year-round. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself, these pie bars are sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 9 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (divided)
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 3 cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- Zest and juice of 2 lemons
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350ºF (177ºC) and line an 8"x8" baking pan with foil.
- In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, ½ cup sugar, vanilla extract, salt, lemon zest, and 2 cups flour until crumbly. Press into the prepared pan.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the remaining sugar and mix in eggs one at a time, followed by yogurt, lemon juice, salt, and remaining flour until smooth.
- Pour the filling over the crust in the baking pan and top with blueberries.
- Bake for about 60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Let cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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