Description

Delight in the refreshing taste of Blackberry Lemon Bars, a perfect dessert that harmonizes tangy lemon and sweet blackberries. These bars feature a creamy cheesecake layer enriched with fresh lemon juice and swirled with vibrant blackberry puree, making them an ideal treat for summer picnics or family gatherings. With their beautiful presentation and luscious texture, these bars are sure to impress both friends and family.

Ingredients

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6 ounces blackberries (fresh or frozen)
3/4 cup granulated sugar (total)
1/4 cup water
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
6 tablespoons salted butter (melted)
16 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
1/2 cup sour cream (room temperature)
2 large eggs (room temperature)
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Allow cream cheese, sour cream, and eggs to reach room temperature.
In a saucepan, combine blackberries, 1/4 cup sugar, and water; bring to a boil then simmer until thickened. Set aside to cool.
Process graham crackers into fine crumbs; mix with remaining sugar and melted butter. Press into an 8×8 inch lined baking pan and bake for 9 minutes.
Beat cream cheese with sugar, salt, and lemon zest until fluffy. Incorporate sour cream, then add eggs one at a time followed by lemon juice.
Pour filling over cooled crust; swirl in blackberry puree. Bake at 325°F for 55-60 minutes until edges are set.
Cool for an hour before refrigerating for at least three hours. Garnish with fresh fruit before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 70 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 220
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 50mg