Blueberry Cream Cheese Oat Bars
Indulge in the irresistible combination of creamy and fruity with these Blueberry Cream Cheese Oat Bars! Layered with a buttery oat crust, a luscious cream cheese filling, and a sweet-tangy blueberry topping, these bars are the perfect blend of textures and flavors. Made with simple, wholesome ingredients like old-fashioned oats, fresh or frozen blueberries, and a hint of lemon juice for brightness, this recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time. The streusel-like oat topping adds a delightful crunch, making these bars ideal for a crowd-pleasing dessert, snack, or even a decadent breakfast treat. Plus, they’re easy to slice, store, and share! Whether you're hosting a brunch or looking for a grab-and-go sweet, these blueberry oat bars deliver big on flavor and versatility.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Old-fashioned oats
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar, packed
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups Blueberries, fresh or frozen
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a slight overhang for easy removal later.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, old-fashioned oats, and brown sugar. Pour in the melted butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Reserve 3/4 cup of the oat mixture for topping. Press the remaining oat mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to create the crust. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool slightly.
In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar together until smooth and creamy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the slightly cooled crust, spreading it evenly.
In a small bowl, toss the blueberries with cornstarch and lemon juice. Spread the blueberry mixture evenly over the cream cheese layer.
Sprinkle the reserved oat mixture evenly over the top of the blueberries, pressing down gently.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden and the filling is set.
Remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars from the pan. Slice into 12 equal bars and serve. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3236 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 191.4 g | 245% | |
| Saturated Fat | 111.8 g | 559% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 729 mg | 243% | |
| Sodium | 892 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 347.6 g | 126% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.7 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 179.1 g | ||
| Protein | 46.9 g | 94% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 433 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 1097 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
