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Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Blondie Bars

February 20, 2020 26 Comments

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These Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Blondie Bars are a delicious, refreshing dessert mash up!

Overhead photo of lemon blueberry blondie bars in a 9x9 pan

Clearly I have an obsession with all things lemon blueberry. Have ya noticed?

Here at the BHK, I’ve shared Lemon Blueberry Breakfast Bites, Blueberry Lemon Loaf, a Blueberry Lemon Zinger Smoothie and Blueberry Croissant Bread Pudding with Blueberry Sauce to name just a few. And over the last few weeks, I’ve whipped up these Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Blondie Bars which are CRAZY delicious and totally irresistible AND a Blueberry Chex™ Krispie Treat (coming soon) that will knock your socks off!

Overhead photo of ingredients in bowls for lemon blueberry cheesecake blondie bars

The flavor combination is just so refreshing to me. Truth be told, I’d actually choose a lemony dessert over a chocolate one any day of the week. And as much as I adore chocolate brownies, blondies are also a HUGE favorite of mine.

These Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Blondie Bars are one delicious mash up. A mash up of blondies, cheesecake and fruit.

Overhead photo of pre-baked lemon blueberry cheesecake blondie bars

A buttery blondie layer that’s got that tart, refreshing hint of lemon flavor, topped with a smooth and creamy vanilla cheesecake layer, then topped with additional chunks of blondie batter and studded with fresh, juicy blueberries and a sprinkling of sugar. Drooling yet?!

Overhead photo of wooden bowl of fresh blueberries

The hardest part is waiting for these beauties to chill a bit before cutting into them and serving up. They’re a little taste of spring/summer to get us through the last few weeks of winter guys. The end is in sight. Enjoy!

Overehead photo of lemon blueberry cheesecake blondie bars in a 9x9 pan

 

A Few Cook’s Notes for Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Blondie Bars Recipe:

I added one heaping tablespoon of freshly grated lemon zest to the blondie batter which gives it just the right amount of lemon flavor.

You’ll need to bake the bars just until the edges are set and the top is only just a bit giggly.

You can cut the bars into as many squares as you desire. I usually cut into 9 or 12 squares.

Let the bars totally cool before attempting to slice. It’s gonna be tough!

 

5 from 12 votes
Overhead photo of pre-baked Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Blondie Bars
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Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Blondie Bars
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
35 mins
Total Time
55 mins
 

These Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Blondie Bars are a delicious, refreshing dessert mash up!

Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cheesecake, blondies, bars, dessert
Servings: 12 bars
Calories: 407 kcal
Author: MaryAnn Dwyer
Ingredients
Cheesecake Layer
  • 8 oz. cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
  • pinch of kosher salt
Blondie Layer
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp. baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar, plus a bit extra for sprinkling on top of bars
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 1 heaping Tablespoon freshly grated lemon zest
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
Instructions
Cheesecake Layer
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9x9 baking pan with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.

  2. In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg, vanilla and salt and continue to beat until combined. Set aside.

Blondie Layer
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Set aside. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, cream the butter and both sugars on medium-high speed until light and fluffy. Turn the mixer to low and add the eggs, one at a time until well combined. Add the vanilla and lemon zest and continue to mix until incorporated. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix just until combined.

  2. Press about half of the blondie batter evenly into the prepared pan. Pour the cheesecake batter on top of the blondie batter and smooth with an offset spatula. Sprinkle with blueberries. Add the remaining blondie batter in chunks (as pictured) to the top of the cheesecake layer. Sprinkle the top with some extra granulated sugar.

    Bake until the edges are set and the top is lightly browned and just a tad giggly, about 35 minutes. Let the bars totally cool before cutting into squares.

Nutrition Facts
Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Blondie Bars
Amount Per Serving
Calories 407 Calories from Fat 180
% Daily Value*
Fat 20g31%
Saturated Fat 11g69%
Cholesterol 104mg35%
Sodium 196mg9%
Potassium 136mg4%
Carbohydrates 54g18%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 37g41%
Protein 5g10%
Vitamin A 692IU14%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 62mg6%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Comments

  1. 2pots2cook says

    February 20, 2020 at 6:19 am

    Oh dear ! Krispie Treat on it’s way and I’m already out of my socks LOL ! Great! Just great !

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 20, 2020 at 9:01 am

      Lol! Thanks Davorka!

      Reply
  2. Alexandra @ It's Not Complicated Recipes says

    February 20, 2020 at 6:27 am

    How gorgeous these sound! Lemon and blueberry – the best! And cheesecake and blondies? Two of the best. Putting them all together – heavenly!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 20, 2020 at 9:01 am

      They’re incredibly tasty Alex, if I do say so myself! Addictive!

      Reply
  3. Dawn - Girl Heart Food says

    February 20, 2020 at 7:10 am

    I love blueberry and lemon together too and, of course, blondies so I would so love a couple of these right about now! They sound simply heavenly, Mary Ann! Pinned :)

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 20, 2020 at 9:01 am

      You would really enjoy these Dawn!!

      Reply
  4. Kelsie | the itsy-bitsy kitchen says

    February 20, 2020 at 8:30 am

    Lemon and blueberry are one of the best combos out there! And you know how I feel about cheesecake :). I’d be all over these, Mary Ann!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 20, 2020 at 9:02 am

      Yes! You’d love them Kelsie! I can never get enough of the lemon blueberry combination!

      Reply
  5. Cheyanne says

    February 20, 2020 at 7:17 pm

    Your obsession with all things lemon blueberry is a-okay with me, Mare! I love that combination and these cheesecake blondie bars are absolutely screaming my name! Wish I had a few if these for dessert right now…. and then again for breakfast tomorrow (because why not!?) I’ll definitely be making these soon! Pinned!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 20, 2020 at 7:19 pm

      You are really going to LOVE them Chey! I had trouble sharing honestly. May have hidden the last one at the back of the fridge so Tom couldn’t find it! #sorrynotsorry

      Reply
  6. Katherine | Love In My Oven says

    February 20, 2020 at 11:18 pm

    How can you NOT be obsessed with lemon and blueberry!? It’s the best combination!! Especially this time of year! These blondies are so dreamy Mary Ann. Definitely gotta make these soon!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 21, 2020 at 7:35 am

      Thanks Katherine! These make me thick of spring and summer!

      Reply
  7. Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop says

    February 21, 2020 at 8:51 am

    Lemon and blueberry are a delicious combination. I love how you’ve turned this dessert into a delicious bar! These would be perfect for dessert or a quick treat!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 22, 2020 at 2:11 pm

      These are wickedly good Kathy!

      Reply
  8. Gemma says

    February 21, 2020 at 11:14 am

    I could feel myself salivating just reading this recipe! They look like they’re so fluffy and delicious. I’ve never tried baking Blondies before, I think that needs rectifying! xo

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 22, 2020 at 2:12 pm

      Yes you do Gemma! You’re going to love these!

      Reply
  9. Ashlyn @ F5 Method says

    February 22, 2020 at 9:53 am

    Aw blueberries and lemons reminds me of my dad! I’ll have to make this for him when I’m home from university this summer. This cheesecake blondie bar combo looks amazing!!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 22, 2020 at 2:12 pm

      Awwww! I hope he loves them Ashlyn!

      Reply
  10. Rebecca | DisplacedHousewife says

    February 23, 2020 at 6:11 pm

    These sound incredible Mary Ann!!! xo

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 24, 2020 at 12:16 pm

      Thanks so much Rebecca. I had a little problem with portion control with these. Just sayin’.

      Reply
  11. annie@ciaochowbambina says

    February 24, 2020 at 9:28 am

    I know where to go when I need a lemon-blueberry fix! You could write the book, my friend! All delicious!! Pinned!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 24, 2020 at 11:22 am

      Lol! Thanks Annie!

      Reply
  12. Marissa says

    February 24, 2020 at 5:01 pm

    I’m with you, Mary Ann. Blueberries and lemon are made for each other!! I’d love one (or three!) of these gorgeous bars!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 24, 2020 at 5:44 pm

      Go for three!

      Reply
  13. Traci | Vanilla And Bean says

    February 28, 2020 at 2:51 pm

    Love love LOVE this flavor combo, Mare! So bright and fresh. I’m so with you on the lemon obsession. It’s that sunny citrus I crave on the coldest of days!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 28, 2020 at 9:18 pm

      These are so incredibly delicious Traci! My neighbors loved them!

      Reply

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