Apple and blueberry cheesecake bars

Here’s a detailed and irresistible recipe for Apple and Blueberry Cheesecake Bars — creamy cheesecake layered with juicy fruit and a buttery crust. 🍎🫐🍰

It’s the perfect combination of creamy, fruity, and crumbly — great for dessert or brunch!

🍰 Apple & Blueberry Cheesecake Bars

Yields: 12–16 bars

Prep time: 25 minutes

Bake time: 45–50 minutes

Chill time: 2–3 hours (or overnight)

🧈 Ingredients

For the Crust:

• 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs (or digestive biscuits, crushed)

• ¼ cup granulated sugar

• ½ cup (1 stick / 115 g) unsalted butter, melted

• ½ tsp ground cinnamon (optional, but pairs well with apple)

For the Cheesecake Filling:

• 16 oz (450 g) cream cheese, softened

• ½ cup granulated sugar

• 2 large eggs

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt (for a smooth, creamy texture)

For the Fruit Topping:

• 1 large apple, peeled and diced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work great)

• 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries

• 2 tbsp brown sugar

• 1 tbsp butter

• ½ tsp ground cinnamon

• 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tsp water (to thicken, optional)

• ½ tsp lemon juice (to balance sweetness)

Optional Crumble Topping (for texture):

• ¼ cup flour

• 2 tbsp brown sugar

• 2 tbsp cold butter, cubed

• Pinch of cinnamon

🥣 Directions

1. Prepare the crust:

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).

2. Line an 8×8-inch or 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.

3. In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, melted butter, and cinnamon until evenly combined.

4. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan to form an even layer.

5. Bake for 8–10 minutes, then set aside to cool slightly.

2. Make the cheesecake filling:

1. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.

2. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing on low speed just until incorporated.

3. Add vanilla extract and sour cream, and mix until smooth (don’t overbeat).

4. Pour the mixture over the cooled crust and smooth out the top.

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