The Best Blueberry Cheesecake Crumble Bars (Sweet & Creamy)
These Blueberry Cheesecake Crumble Bars (Sweet & Creamy) feature a buttery shortbread crust, a luscious cheesecake layer, and a vibrant blueberry topping, all finished with a golden crumble. They are the perfect make-ahead dessert for any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour (plus 2 hours chilling)
- Yield: 9 bars
- Category: Baking, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix flour, 1/2 cup sugar, and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly. Reserve 1/2 cup for topping.
- Press remaining crumb mixture into pan. Bake 12-15 minutes until lightly golden.
- Beat cream cheese and 1/4 cup sugar until smooth. Beat in egg and vanilla.
- In a saucepan, combine blueberries, 1/4 cup sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat until thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Pour cheesecake filling over baked crust. Spoon blueberry mixture on top. Sprinkle with reserved crumble.
- Bake 30-35 minutes until edges are set. Cool completely, then refrigerate at least 2 hours before slicing.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. You can substitute frozen blueberries for fresh; do not thaw them first.