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Blueberry Cheesecake Bars with Pecan Brown Sugar Topping Recipe

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Blueberry Cheesecake Bars combine a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake layer, fresh blueberry sauce, and a crunchy brown sugar pecan topping. Baked to golden perfection, these bars make a delightful dessert with a balance of sweet, tangy, and nutty flavors.

Ingredients

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Graham Cracker Crust

  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10–12 crackers)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar

Cheesecake Layer

  • 16 ounces (2 packages) cream cheese, softened
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Blueberry Sauce

  • 1 ½ cups fresh blueberries, divided
  • ⅛ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Brown Sugar Pecan Topping

  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • ¾ cup pecans, chopped
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Graham Cracker Crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray an 11×7-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press this evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Bake for 10-15 minutes until lightly golden. Remove and let cool.
  2. Create the Cheesecake Layer: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a mixer until smooth and fluffy. Add the eggs, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt, mixing until fully combined and silky. Pour this mixture over the cooled crust, spreading evenly.
  3. Make the Blueberry Sauce: In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup blueberries, sugar, water, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Stir well to dissolve cornstarch. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until blueberries burst and sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and fold in the remaining ¼ cup fresh blueberries.
  4. Add the Brown Sugar Pecan Topping: In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, flour, chopped pecans, and melted butter until thoroughly mixed. Evenly sprinkle this topping over the cheesecake layer with blueberry sauce.
  5. Bake and Finish: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the cheesecake is set. Remove from oven and let cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing into bars to fully set.

Notes

  • For best results, use room temperature eggs and cream cheese to avoid lumps.
  • Press the crust firmly to ensure a stable base for the cheesecake layer.
  • Use fresh blueberries for the best flavor, but frozen can be substituted if thawed and drained.
  • Allow cheesecake bars to chill completely to ensure clean slices.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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