Ever tried hiding dessert from your family in the back of the fridge? These Blueberry Cream Cheese Bars will make you do it. They’re that good. One bite and you’ll consider writing your name on them with a permanent marker. This recipe brings a sweet, creamy layer of cheesecake, a golden crust, and a juicy blueberry topping into one pan of happiness. It’s easy, quick, and approved by anyone with taste buds.

What You’ll Need

For the crust

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold, cut into small cubes)

For the filling

8 oz cream cheese (softened)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the topping

1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon water

Step-by-Step Instructions

Make the crust
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix the flour and sugar. Add the cold butter. Use a fork or your fingers to blend until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs. Press it firmly into the bottom of an 8×8-inch baking pan. Bake for 15 minutes. Let it cool slightly.

Make the filling
In another bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, egg, and vanilla. Beat again until combined. Pour the filling over the baked crust. Smooth it out with a spatula.

Make the topping
In a small saucepan, combine the blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, and water. Cook on medium heat for about 5 minutes. Stir gently until the mixture thickens. Let it cool for a minute, then spoon it over the cream cheese layer.

Bake and cool
Bake the bars for 25 minutes. The center should be set, but not dry. Cool completely, then chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours before cutting.

Serving tip
Cut into squares. Eat one. Pretend they’re all gone. Hide the rest.

Final note

These bars mix creamy, fruity, and crumbly textures in every bite. They’re simple to make and hard to share. Great for parties, picnics, or just you and your fork.