These Lemon Blueberry Bars are bursting with lemon and have tons of fresh blueberries in a rich and creamy baked cheesecake bar with golden Oreo crust your whole family will love!
Are you in the mood for a dessert that screams SUMMER? Well, you’ve come to the right place because I’m sharing my all-time favorite Lemon Blueberry Bars recipe with you today!
There is nothing I crave in summer more than fresh fruit and lemon – it is comforting, sweet, and so delicious. Paired with rich, delicious cheesecake? Heaven!
This twist on the classic lemon bars is quickly baked but then chilled, making them a perfect cool but filling dessert for hot summer days – though they are delicious in winter, too!
Imagine a buttery, Golden Oreo crust, a creamy lemon-flavored cheesecake filling, and plump, juicy blueberries on top. YUM! You’ll love every last part of these lemon blueberry cheesecake bars.
It cracks me up to watch my daughter eat these. She’ll eat the whole bar, just in pieces. Apparently, the little blueberries in each piece are just too tempting. She likes to pluck out each of the blueberries and eat them before moving on to the rest of the bar. Ha!
This dessert is a showstopper at parties. It’s also great as a snack for the kids and can be made entirely ahead of time (they even freeze easily!) so you can have homemade blueberry cheesecake bars anytime the craving hits!
So let’s dive on into this delicious dessert. These Lemon Blueberry Bars will get you a five-star rating with any crowd. Are you excited yet? I sure am!
Some of our other favorite lemon recipes we have on our site include: Easy Blueberry Lemon Poke Cake (with Lemon Pudding), Lemon Bread, and Lemon Poppy Seed Cake.
WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS:
- Quick and Easy: It’s super simple to make. You mix, pour, and bake. Even kids could help! They always love scraping the tart lemon filling off the sides of the bowl.
- Balanced Flavors: The tartness of the lemon pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the blueberries. I don’t think there is a better match in the fruit world. On top of that, you get the buttery sweetness of those golden Oreos. My mouth is watering just thinking of it!
- Creamy and Crunchy: You get the creaminess of the cheesecake layer and the crunchiness of the Golden Oreo crust. Best of both worlds! You’re going to want this recipe card for later. Make sure you get ahold of it down below.
INGREDIENTS NEEDED (SCROLL TO THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST FOR THE FULL RECIPE CARD):
- Golden Oreos
- Unsalted butter
- Cream cheese
- Sour cream
- Granulated sugar
- Vanilla extract
- Large egg
- All-purpose flour
- Fresh lemon juice
- Lemon zest
- Blueberries
HOW TO MAKE LEMON BLUEBERRY BARS:
- Preheat the oven to 325°F. Line an 8×8 baking pan with foil or parchment paper, set aside.
- Mix the crushed oreos with the butter and press into the pan.
- In a large bowl with a hand mixer, or in the body of a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, add the cream cheese to the bowl and mix on medium until there are no lumps.
- Add the sour cream, sugar, vanilla, egg, flour, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Mix until combined on medium speed, scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- Add 3/4 of the blueberries and fold them in, pour into the 8×8 pan on top of the crust. Top with the remaining blueberries.
- Bake for 36 minutes, until the center is very slightly jiggly and the edges start to brown. Let the pan cool completely on the counter, cover, and chill in the fridge for 4 hours or up to overnight to set.
- Cut, serve, enjoy, garnish with whipped cream, lemons, and blueberries, optional.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS RECIPE:
CAN THIS BE MADE AHEAD?
Absolutely! Having these beauties in the fridge, ready to go, is probably the best part of baking them.
Make these bars, let them cool, and then chill them in the refrigerator for up to 4 hours or overnight.
They taste even better when the flavors meld together!
HOW TO TELL WHEN A CHEESECAKE IS SET?
Look for a center that is slightly jiggly and edges that start to brown. That’s your cue!
It can be unnerving to see a jiggly center when making blueberry cheesecake bars. However, these bars will have a little bit of jiggle in the middle after baking since they need to set in the fridge.
Think of set jello with half the jiggle.
CAN I USE A DIFFERENT CRUST?
Sure! Graham cracker crust would work as a delicious crust alternative to Golden Oreos.
On the other hand, a buttery shortbread crust would be delicious too!
In the end, it’s up to you what goes into that delicious baked crust.
ANY ADDITIONS?
You got it! This is a great recipe for adding things.
- Drizzle of lemon glaze
- A sprinkle of powdered sugar
- Whipped cream on top
- Chopped nuts for crunch
- A scoop of vanilla ice cream
- Coconut flakes
- Sliced strawberries
- A dash of cinnamon
- A ribbon of raspberry sauce
ANY SUBSTITUTIONS?
An easy dessert is the best dessert in my book. Since this is so simple, it’s also easy to find substitutions!
- Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a healthier twist
- Swap cream cheese for a dairy-free alternative
- Use gluten-free cookies for the crust
- Agave syrup instead of granulated sugar
- Almond flour to replace all-purpose flour
- Lime zest instead of lemon zest for a tropical vibe
HOW TO STORE:
Refrigerator: Store these delicious bars in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Let’s be honest, though. You and your family will eat these up long before that!
Freezer: You can freeze them in a single layer, wrapped in plastic wrap and then aluminum foil, for up to 1 month.
DANA’S TIPS AND TRICKS:
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Make sure your cream cheese and sour cream are at room temperature for smooth mixing.
- Fine Crumbs: For a perfect crust, make sure your Oreos are crushed into fine crumbs. Using a food processor is the best way.
- Fresh is Best: Use fresh lemon juice in this dessert bar for the best lemon flavor.
- Mix on Medium: Mixing on medium speed ensures a creamy texture.
- Gentle Folding: Gently fold in the plump blueberries to keep their shape.
- Patience Pays: Let the bars chill well before you cut into them; it makes a huge difference in texture.
That’s it, my dear friends! If you haven’t tried making Lemon Blueberry Bars yet, you’re missing out on a perfect treat.
These are a huge hit in my family and I’m sure they’ll get rave reviews in yours too.
Sweet, tart, creamy, and crunchy—these bars have got it all. Happy baking!
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Ingredients
- 18 Golden Oreos crushed/crumbs
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh squeezed
- 1 lemon zested
- 1 cup blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F. Line an 8×8 baking pan with foil or parchment paper, set aside.
- Mix the crushed oreos with the butter and press into the pan.18 Golden Oreos, 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- In a large bowl with a hand mixer, or in the body of a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, add the cream cheese to the bowl and mix on medium until there are no lumps.8 ounces cream cheese
- Add the sour cream, sugar, vanilla, egg, flour, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Mix until combined on medium speed, scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.1/3 cup sour cream, 1/3 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 large egg, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 lemon
- Add 3/4 of the blueberries and fold them in, pour into the 8×8 pan on top of the crust. Top with the remaining blueberries.1 cup blueberries
- Bake for 36 minutes, until the center is very slightly jiggly and the edges start to brown. Let the pan cool completely on the counter, cover, and chill in the fridge for 4 hours or up to overnight to set.
Notes
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Make sure your cream cheese and sour cream are at room temperature for smooth mixing.
- Fine Crumbs: For a perfect crust, make sure your Oreos are crushed into fine crumbs. Using a food processor is the best way.
- Fresh is Best: Use fresh lemon juice in this dessert bar for the best lemon flavor.
- Mix on Medium: Mixing on medium speed ensures a creamy texture.
- Gentle Folding: Gently fold in the plump blueberries to keep their shape.
- Patience Pays: Let the bars chill well before you cut into them; it makes a huge difference in texture.
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