Low Carb Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Bars😋

Introduction:
Delight your taste buds with these tangy and sweet Low Carb Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Bars. With a buttery almond flour crust, creamy cheesecake filling, and bursts of fresh blueberries, these bars are a delightful treat for any occasion.

Ingredients:
For the crust:

• 1 1/2 cups almond flour
• 1/4 cup low carb sweetener (such as erythritol or stevia)
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

For the cheesecake filling:

• 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup low carb sweetener
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Zest and juice of 1 lemon
• 1 cup fresh blueberries

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, low carb sweetener, melted butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix until well combined and crumbly.
3. Press the crust mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
4. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden brown. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.
5. In a separate mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and low carb sweetener until smooth and creamy.
6. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
7. Mix in the vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well combined.
8. Gently fold in the fresh blueberries.
9. Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust, spreading it out evenly.
10. Bake the cheesecake bars in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
11. Remove from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the baking dish.
12. Once cooled, refrigerate the bars for at least 2 hours, or until chilled and firm.
13. Slice into squares and serve chilled. Enjoy the tangy and sweet flavor of these Low Carb Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Bars!

Nutrition Information (per serving – makes 16 bars):

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 4g
• Fat: 16g
• Carbohydrates: 5g
• Fiber: 2g
• Net Carbs: 3g

These bars are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while staying on track with your low carb lifestyle!