Blueberry Cream Cheese Bars

why make this recipe

These Blueberry Cream Cheese Bars are sweet, soft, and easy to make. They pair a crumbly oat base with a smooth cream cheese layer and fresh blueberries. You can make them for breakfast, snack, or dessert. The recipe uses simple ingredients you likely have at home.

introduction

This recipe gives a clear way to bake bars that taste fresh and rich. If you like blueberry desserts, try similar easy snacks like blueberry cheesecake protein balls to vary what you serve. The steps are simple and the result looks nice on a plate.

how to make Blueberry Cream Cheese Bars

Follow the steps below in order. Work with room temperature cream cheese for a smooth filling. Press the oat mix firmly so the bars hold together. Bake until the top is golden and the cream cheese layer is set.

Ingredients :

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups fresh blueberries
1/2 tsp salt

Directions :

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9 inch baking dish.
2. In a bowl, mix together flour, oats, brown sugar, and salt. Add melted butter and stir until crumbly.
3. Press half of the oat mixture into the bottom of the baking dish.
4. In another bowl, beat together cream cheese, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
5. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the oat base.
6. Scatter blueberries over the cream cheese layer.
7. Crumble the remaining oat mixture on top.
8. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden and set.
9. Let cool before cutting into bars.

how to serve Blueberry Cream Cheese Bars

Cut the cooled bars into squares. Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled. Add a dusting of powdered sugar or a spoon of whipped cream if you want. These bars also go well with a cup of coffee or tea.

how to store Blueberry Cream Cheese Bars

Cover the bars and keep them in the fridge for up to 4 days. You can freeze them in a sealed container for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge before serving.

tips to make Blueberry Cream Cheese Bars

• Use fresh blueberries for best texture.
• Press the base well so the bars do not fall apart.
• Do not overbake; the center should be set but still moist.
• Let the bars cool completely before cutting for clean slices.

variation (if any)

• Use frozen blueberries without thawing, but add a few extra minutes to baking time.
• Stir a little lemon zest into the cream cheese for a bright flavor.
• Swap half the oats for chopped nuts for extra crunch.

FAQs

Q: Can I use low-fat cream cheese?
A: Yes, but the texture may be slightly less rich.

Q: Can I substitute sugar with a sweetener?
A: You can try a 1:1 baking sweetener, but check package instructions for baking swaps.

Q: Do I need to wash the blueberries?
A: Yes, rinse and dry them gently before adding to avoid extra moisture.

Q: Can I make these in a larger pan?
A: Yes. For a 9×13 pan, increase the ingredients by 1.5 times and bake a bit longer.

Q: How do I get a firmer top crumble?
A: Use chilled butter when mixing the crumble and press some of it into the top before baking.

Blueberry Cream Cheese Bars

• Author: arianarecipes
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 35 minutes
• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Yield: 16 servings 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

Delicious Blueberry Cream Cheese Bars with a crumbly oat base and smooth cream cheese layer, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.

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Ingredients

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• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 cups fresh blueberries
• 1/2 tsp salt

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9 inch baking dish.
2. In a bowl, mix together flour, oats, brown sugar, and salt. Add melted butter and stir until crumbly.
3. Press half of the oat mixture into the bottom of the baking dish.
4. In another bowl, beat together cream cheese, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
5. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the oat base.
6. Scatter blueberries over the cream cheese layer.
7. Crumble the remaining oat mixture on top.
8. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden and set.
9. Let cool before cutting into bars.

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Notes

Use fresh blueberries for the best texture. Press the oat base well so the bars do not fall apart. Do not overbake; the center should be set but still moist.

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Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 bar
• Calories: 200
• Sugar: 10g
• Sodium: 150mg
• Fat: 10g
• Saturated Fat: 6g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 27g
• Fiber: 2g
• Protein: 3g
• Cholesterol: 30mg