In a delightful collision of flavors, these Blueberry Lemon Shortbread Streusel Bars bring together the zing of lemon and the sweetness of blueberries in a buttery shortbread base. Perfect for a sunny summer day or any time you need a burst of fruity goodness, these bars are sure to brighten up your day!

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Blueberry Lemon Shortbread Streusel Bars

Shortbread Crust & Streusel Topping:

- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted

- ½ cup granulated sugar

- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

- ½ teaspoon salt

- Zest of one lemon

- 2 cups all-purpose flour

Filling:

- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened

- 1 cup granulated sugar

- Zest of one lemon

- 2 large eggs

- 5 ounces yogurt or sour cream

- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

- ¼ teaspoon salt

- ½ cup  all-purpose flour

- 3 cups  blueberries, fresh or frozen

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350ºF (177ºC) and line an 8" x 8" (or 9" x 9") baking pan with foil, leaving an overhang on the sides.

2. For the shortbread crust, mix melted butter, sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and lemon zest in a bowl. Add flour and stir until combined. Press most of the mixture into the prepared pan, reserving some for later.

3. Bake the crust for 18 minutes while preparing the filling.

4. For the filling, beat cream cheese, sugar, and lemon zest until smooth. Add eggs, yogurt, lemon juice, salt, and flour, mixing until combined. Gently fold in blueberries.

5. Pour the filling over the crust, add a few blueberries on top, then crumble the reserved crust over the filling.

6. Bake for 55-60 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool, chill, and cut into squares before serving.

Nutritional Information:

- Serving size: 1 bar (about 1/16 recipe)

- Calories: 280

- Total Fat: 15g

- Saturated Fat: 9g

- Cholesterol: 65mg

- Sodium: 160mg

- Total Carbohydrates: 33g

- Dietary Fiber: 1g

- Sugars: 19g

- Protein: 4g

Serving Suggestions:

Enjoy these yummy dessert bars with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful summer treat!

For a burst of sunshine in every bite, these Blueberry Lemon Shortbread Streusel Bars are the perfect way to sweeten up your day. Whether you're enjoying them at a picnic, a potluck, or simply as a treat for yourself, these bars are bound to put a smile on your face and a spring in your step. So go ahead, bake up a batch of these delightful bars and savor the taste of summer all year round!