Low Carb No-Bake Blueberry Cheesecake Bars
Description
These Low Carb No-Bake Blueberry Cheesecake Bars are creamy, rich, and bursting with blueberry flavor — all without the guilt! They feature a buttery almond flour crust, a luscious cream cheese filling, and a fresh blueberry topping. Perfect for keto, low-carb, or gluten-free diets.
Ingredients
Crust:
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1 ½ cups almond flour
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¼ cup melted butter (unsalted)
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2 tbsp erythritol or preferred low-carb sweetener
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½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
Cheesecake Filling:
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16 oz (2 packages) cream cheese, softened
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½ cup powdered erythritol (or monk fruit sweetener)
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1 cup heavy whipping cream
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 tbsp lemon juice
Blueberry Topping:
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1 ½ cups fresh or frozen blueberries
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2 tbsp erythritol (adjust to taste)
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1 tsp lemon zest
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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½ tsp xanthan gum (or 1 tsp cornstarch if not strict keto)
Instructions
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Prepare the Crust
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In a bowl, mix almond flour, melted butter, erythritol, and cinnamon.
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Press mixture firmly into the bottom of an 8×8-inch pan.
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Chill in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes while preparing the filling.
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Make the Cheesecake Filling
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In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and powdered erythritol until smooth and fluffy.
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Add vanilla extract and lemon juice.
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In another bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
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Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
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Spread evenly over the chilled crust.
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Prepare the Blueberry Topping
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In a small saucepan, add blueberries, erythritol, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
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Heat over medium until blueberries start to burst.
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Sprinkle xanthan gum over the mixture and stir until thickened.
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Let cool completely before spreading over cheesecake layer.
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Chill
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Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight for best results).
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Slice into bars and serve chilled.
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Servings
Makes 9–12 bars, depending on size.
Nutritional Information (per serving, 1/9 of recipe)
(Values may vary slightly)
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Calories: 270
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Fat: 26g
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Protein: 5g
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Total Carbs: 6g
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Fiber: 2g
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Net Carbs: 4g
Tips & Notes
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Use full-fat cream cheese for the creamiest texture.
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If you prefer a firmer crust, bake it at 350°F (175°C) for 8–10 minutes before chilling.
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You can swap blueberries for raspberries, strawberries, or blackberries.
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For extra flavor, add a tablespoon of sour cream to the cheesecake mixture.
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Store covered in the fridge for up to 5 days, or freeze up to 2 months.
Benefits
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Low carb & keto-friendly
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Gluten-free
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No oven required
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High in healthy fats
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Easy and quick to make
Q&A
Q: Can I make these dairy-free?
A: Yes! Substitute dairy-free cream cheese and use coconut cream instead of heavy whipping cream.
Q: Can I use a different sweetener?
A: Absolutely. Any keto-friendly sweetener like monk fruit, allulose, or stevia blend works fine.
Q: How can I make it firmer?
A: Add 1 tsp gelatin (bloomed in water) to the filling for a more structured cheesecake.
Q: Can I make this ahead?
A: Yes, these bars taste even better the next day after chilling overnight.