Lemon Blueberry Oreo Cheesecake Delight
Indulge in the luscious layers of our Lemon Blueberry Oreo Cheesecake Delight. Bursting with fresh blueberries and a zesty lemon flavor amidst a creamy cheesecake filling, all resting on a buttery Lemon Oreo crust, this dessert is perfect for any occasion. Easy to make and visually stunning, these bars will impress your guests and are ideal for summer gatherings or potlucks. Serve chilled for a refreshing treat that beautifully balances sweet and tart flavors, with a smooth texture that melts in your mouth. Don’t forget to pair them with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra special touch!
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Servings
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Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
Unsalted butter
5 tablespoons (melted)
Lemon Oreo cookies
45 cookies (crushed into crumbs)
Blueberries
2 cups (fresh)
Sugar
1 tablespoon (for blueberry sauce)
Water
1 tablespoon (for blueberry sauce)
Lemon juice
2 teaspoons (fresh squeezed)
Cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon (for thickening)
Cream cheese
8 ounces (softened)
Sour cream
1/3 cup (without added ingredients)
Sugar
1/3 cup (for cheesecake filling)
Vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon (for flavor)
Egg
1 (large, for binding)
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a food processor, pulse the Lemon Oreo cookies until finely crushed. Pour in the melted butter and pulse again until the crumbs are evenly coated.
3
Line a 10-inch baking pan with parchment paper (or foil). Press the cookie crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan to form the crust. Bake in the preheated oven for 5 minutes, then remove and allow to cool on the counter.
4
In a saucepan, combine the blueberries, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 1 tablespoon of water. Cook over medium heat until boiling, then cover and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the blueberries are soft.
5
Mix the fresh lemon juice with cornstarch and stir it into the blueberry mixture. Continue to simmer for an additional minute until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and blend until smooth in a food processor or blender. Set aside to cool.
6
In the food processor (no need to wash it), combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, remaining 1/3 cup of sugar, vanilla extract, and egg. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and well combined.
7
Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled Oreo crust in the baking pan. Drizzle half of the blueberry sauce over the cheesecake filling and use a knife to create swirls for a marbled effect.
8
Lower the oven temperature to 325°F (160°C) and bake the cheesecake for 36 minutes, or until it’s set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
9
Once baked, remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack. Decorate the top with whole blueberries for an appealing presentation.
10
Cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or overnight for the best texture.
11
Once chilled, lift the cheesecake out of the pan using the parchment paper and cut into squares. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lemon Blueberry Oreo Cheesecake Delight?
It is a layered dessert featuring fresh blueberries, a zesty lemon flavor, and a creamy cheesecake filling on a buttery Lemon Oreo crust.
What kind of crust is used for these bars?
The crust is made from finely crushed Lemon Oreo cookies mixed with melted unsalted butter.
How many Lemon Oreo cookies are required for the recipe?
You will need 45 Lemon Oreo cookies to make the crust.
What temperature should I preheat the oven to for the crust?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C) for the initial crust baking.
How long should the cookie crust be baked?
The crust should be baked for 5 minutes and then allowed to cool on the counter.
What size baking pan is recommended for this recipe?
A 10-inch baking pan lined with parchment paper or foil is recommended.
How do I prepare the Lemon Oreo cookies?
Pulse the cookies in a food processor until they are finely crushed before mixing with butter.
What ingredients are needed for the blueberry sauce?
The sauce requires 2 cups of fresh blueberries, 1 tablespoon of sugar, 1 tablespoon of water, 2 teaspoons of lemon juice, and 1/2 teaspoon of cornstarch.
How long should the blueberry mixture simmer?
Simmer the blueberries, sugar, and water for 10 minutes until the berries are soft, then for an additional minute after adding the cornstarch mixture.
How is the blueberry sauce thickened?
The sauce is thickened by stirring in a mixture of fresh lemon juice and cornstarch.
Do I need to blend the blueberry sauce?
Yes, after simmering, the sauce should be blended until smooth in a food processor or blender.
What are the ingredients for the cheesecake filling?
The filling consists of 8 ounces of softened cream cheese, 1/3 cup of sour cream, 1/3 cup of sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1 large egg.
How much cream cheese is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 8 ounces of softened cream cheese.
What is the role of the egg in the cheesecake?
The egg acts as a binding agent to help the cheesecake filling set properly.
At what temperature is the cheesecake layer baked?
The oven temperature should be lowered to 325°F (160°C) for baking the cheesecake.
How long does the cheesecake need to bake?
The cheesecake should bake for approximately 36 minutes.
How do I create a marbled effect on the cheesecake?
Drizzle half of the blueberry sauce over the filling and use a knife to create swirls.
How can I tell when the cheesecake is finished baking?
The cheesecake is done when it is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
How should the cheesecake be cooled?
Let the cheesecake cool completely on a wire rack before refrigerating.
What is the minimum refrigeration time?
The cheesecake should be refrigerated for at least 3 hours.
Can the cheesecake be prepared the day before?
Yes, refrigerating it overnight is recommended for the best texture.
How do I serve the cheesecake bars?
Lift the cheesecake out using the parchment paper, cut into squares, and serve chilled.
Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted?
The recipe specifies 5 tablespoons of unsalted butter.
How much lemon juice is added to the sauce?
The recipe requires 2 teaspoons of fresh-squeezed lemon juice.
What type of blueberries should be used?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of fresh blueberries.
Is parchment paper necessary?
Yes, it helps to easily lift the cheesecake out of the pan once it has chilled.
How much sour cream is in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1/3 cup of sour cream without added ingredients.
Can I add extra toppings?
Yes, you can decorate the top with whole blueberries or serve with a dollop of whipped cream.
What is the texture of these bars?
These bars have a smooth, creamy texture that melts in your mouth.
Why is cornstarch used in the blueberry sauce?
Cornstarch is used as a thickening agent for the blueberry sauce.