Blueberry Crumble Cheesecake Bars
This delightful dessert merges the rich creaminess of cheesecake with the sweet tang of blueberries and a crunchy crumble topping, making it perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 15 pieces Graham Crackers Adds a sweet, crunchy base.
- 1 large Egg Helps bind the crust together.
- 5 Tbsp Unsalted Butter, Melted Adds richness to the crust.
- 2 tsp Granulated Sugar A touch of sweetness.
- 1/4 tsp Kosher Salt Enhances flavor.
For the Cheesecake Filling
- 2 pkg Cream Cheese, Room Temperature (8-ounce) The main ingredient for the cheesecake.
- 1 large Egg, Room Temperature Another binding component.
- 1/4 Cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the cheesecake.
- 1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract Enhances the flavor.
- 2 Cups Fresh or Frozen Blueberries Provides fruity flavor.
- 1/4 Cup Blueberry Jam For added fruity flavor.
For the Crumble Topping
- 3/4 Cup All-Purpose Flour Base of the crumble.
- 5 Tbsp Unsalted Butter, Melted Adds richness.
- 3 Tbsp Dark Brown Sugar For deepened sweetness.
- 2 tsp Finely Grated Lemon Zest Adds brightness.
- 1/4 tsp Kosher Salt To enhance flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Spray a 9 x 9-inch baking dish with cooking spray and line with parchment paper.
- In a food processor, combine graham crackers, egg white, melted butter, sugar, and salt. Process until fine crumbs form, then press evenly into the bottom of the baking pan.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until light and fluffy. Gradually add sugar, egg yolk, and one large egg, mixing well. Add vanilla extract and blend until smooth. Pour over the crust.
- In a separate bowl, mash blueberries (thaw if using frozen) and fold in blueberry jam. Dollop over the cream cheese layer.
- To make the crumble, whisk together flour, dark brown sugar, melted butter, lemon zest, and kosher salt until soft crumbs form. Sprinkle over the blueberry layer.
- Bake for about 30 minutes or until edges are firm but center is slightly jiggly. Cool for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Once chilled, lift the bars out using the parchment paper. Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
For the best texture, ensure cream cheese is at room temperature. Chilling is essential for proper setting. Consider adding chopped nuts to the crumble topping for extra crunch.