Lavender and Blueberry Cheesecake Bars Recipe
A delicate and fragrant dessert blending creamy cheesecake, sweet blueberries, and a hint of calming lavender. Perfect for spring gatherings, afternoon tea, or a special treat. These bars are as beautiful as they are delicious!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- 16 oz cream cheese softened
- ¾ cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 tsp dried culinary lavender finely ground
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter until combined; press into pan.
- Beat cream cheese and 3/4 cup sugar until smooth; add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
- Stir in vanilla, sour cream, and ground lavender.
- Pour batter over crust and scatter blueberries evenly on top.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes until edges are set but center is slightly jiggly.
- Cool completely, then refrigerate at least 3 hours before slicing.
Notes
- Use only culinary-grade lavender for best flavor; overuse may cause bitterness.
- For extra sweetness, dust with powdered sugar before serving.