Lavender and Blueberry Cheesecake Bars Recipe
Indulge in the delicate floral flavors of lavender combined with sweet blueberries in these creamy and decadent cheesecake bars. Perfect for a special dessert or afternoon treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 16 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Graham Cracker Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling:
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon culinary lavender, lightly crushed
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Make the Crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter. Press into the pan and bake for 8 minutes.
- Prepare Filling: Beat cream cheese, sour cream, and 2/3 cup sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and lavender.
- Add Blueberries: Toss blueberries with flour, fold into batter, and pour over crust.
- Bake and Chill: Bake for 35–40 minutes until set. Cool, then chill for at least 4 hours before slicing.
Notes
- Use culinary-grade lavender for the best flavor.
- For a stronger lavender taste, steep lavender in sour cream before adding to the batter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
