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Blueberry Cream Cheese Bars Recipe

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Delicious and creamy Blueberry Cream Cheese Bars with a buttery oat crust, topped with fresh blueberries and a luscious cream cheese filling. Perfect as a sweet treat for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.

Ingredients

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Crust & Topping

  • 3/4 cup butter (softened)
  • 2/3 cup sugar
  • 2/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/3 cups quick oats (uncooked)

Filling

  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it well with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Make Crust and Topping Mixture: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Add the baking soda, salt, flour, and quick oats. Stir until fully combined and forms a crumbly mixture.
  3. Press and Bake Bottom Layer: Press half of the oat mixture evenly into the prepared pan to form the bottom crust. Bake this layer for 13 minutes in the preheated oven until lightly golden.
  4. Prepare Cream Cheese Filling: While the crust is baking, beat the cream cheese in a large bowl until smooth. Gradually whisk in the sweetened condensed milk until the mixture is uniform. Add the vanilla extract and egg yolk, then mix well to combine.
  5. Assemble Bars: Remove the pre-baked crust from the oven. Pour the cream cheese filling evenly over the warm crust and carefully spread it out. Sprinkle the fresh blueberries evenly over the cream cheese layer.
  6. Add Topping and Final Bake: Sprinkle the remaining oat mixture over the berries and gently press down to adhere. Bake the bars for an additional 20 to 25 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown and the cream cheese layer is set.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares. Serve chilled or at room temperature for best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • You can substitute raspberries for blueberries if desired.
  • Ensure cream cheese is softened for easier mixing and a smoother filling.
  • For cleaner bars, chill after baking and before slicing.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Use parchment paper for easy removal and clean-up.

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