Treat your taste buds to the perfect marriage of tangy lemon and sweet blueberries with our Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Bars. These bars are a delightful combination of a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake filling, and a burst of fruity goodness from the blueberry topping. Indulge in this zesty dessert that's sure to brighten any occasion.

Ingredients:

For the Graham Cracker Crust:

1. 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs

2. 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted

3. 1/4 cup granulated sugar

For the Cheesecake Filling:

1. 16 ounces cream cheese, softened

2. 1/2 cup granulated sugar

3. 2 large eggs

4. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

5. Zest of 1 lemon

6. 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

For the Blueberry Topping:

1. 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries

2. 1/3 cup granulated sugar

3. 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

4. 1 teaspoon cornstarch

Recipe Method:

For the Graham Cracker Crust:

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a baking pan with parchment paper.

2. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.

3. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then let it cool while preparing the filling.

For the Cheesecake Filling:

1. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.

2. Add sugar and beat until well combined.

3. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract, lemon zest, and fresh lemon juice. Mix until smooth.

4. Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled graham cracker crust.

For the Blueberry Topping:

1. In a saucepan, combine blueberries, sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch.

2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and the blueberries burst.

3. Spoon the blueberry topping over the cheesecake filling.

4. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the center is set.

5. Allow the Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Bars to cool completely before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.

6. Once chilled, lift the bars from the pan using the parchment paper and cut into squares.

Indulge in the citrusy and fruity goodness of our Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Bars—a dessert that's as delightful to make as it is to savor. Share these bars with friends and family, and let the zesty flavors brighten your day.