Red, white, and blueberry cheesecake bars are the perfect dessert for summer celebrations, especially the Fourth of July, Memorial Day, or any festive gathering. These colorful bars combine a buttery graham cracker crust, a creamy cheesecake filling, and a vibrant topping of fresh strawberries and blueberries. They are sweet, tangy, and absolutely irresistible.
The base of these bars starts with a classic graham cracker crust. Crushed graham crackers are mixed with melted butter and a touch of sugar, then pressed into the bottom of a baking pan to create a crunchy, buttery foundation. This layer adds the perfect contrast to the smooth and rich cheesecake filling that comes next.
The cheesecake layer is made from cream cheese, sugar, eggs, and a splash of vanilla extract. It is velvety, luscious, and lightly sweetened, offering just the right amount of tang to balance the sweetness of the fruit. Once the cheesecake is baked and cooled, it becomes the perfect canvas for the patriotic topping.
Fresh strawberries and blueberries are arranged on top to create that iconic red, white, and blue look. The strawberries bring a juicy sweetness while the blueberries add a pop of tartness. You can lay them out in stripes, create a flag design, or scatter them casually for a rustic, festive appearance.
Not only are these cheesecake bars visually stunning, but they are also easy to slice and serve, making them ideal for backyard barbecues, picnics, or potlucks. They hold up well in warm weather if kept chilled and are always a crowd favorite wherever they go.
Red, white, and blueberry cheesecake bars pair wonderfully with a glass of sparkling wine, lemonade, or a chilled rosé. The bright flavors and creamy texture make them the perfect ending to any summer meal.
Whether you are hosting a party or simply want to make something special, these cheesecake bars deliver on flavor, texture, and presentation. They are festive, refreshing, and guaranteed to be a hit with family and friends.
Ingredients
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter melted
- 16 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup blueberries fresh
- 1 cup strawberries sliced, fresh
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese and 1/2 cup sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour cream cheese mixture over the crust and spread evenly. Top with fresh blueberries and sliced strawberries.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes or until the center is almost set.
- Allow to cool, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour before cutting into bars. Enjoy!
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These bars are AMAZING! I made them for a picnic and everyone loved them!
So glad to hear that! These bars are always a hit at gatherings.
OMG. So good! I could eat the whole pan myself!
Cheesecake is usually good, but this one is just okay. Not my favorite.
Is this a dessert or breakfast? I could eat it any time! Yum!
I dunno, my cheesecake mix was more like soup. Did I do something wrong?
Maybe you didn’t mix it enough? Sometimes the cream cheese needs to be really smooth before adding the eggs. Don’t worry, it happens to the best of us!
Soup? That’s strange, mine came out solid. Did you measure the ingredients right? Especially the eggs and cream cheese?
So simple and delicious! The combination of berries is perfect.
Can you make these bars with other fruits? I wanna try with mangoes next time!
Easy and tasty! But I used a bigger pan and it got burnt, so caveat emptor!
No thanks. Didn’t like it, tasted weird. But I guess others enjoyed it?
These bars are a hit at my family BBQs! So easy to make, and everyone loves the colors!
Yummm! Best cheesecake ever, even though I forgot to add sugar!
Wait, how can it be the best cheesecake if you forgot the sugar? That makes no sense!
That’s impressive! Even without sugar, it sounds delicious! 😊
Delicious! I used frozen blueberries and they turned out just fine. Will make again!
I’m glad to hear they turned out well for you! Frozen blueberries are such a great hack. ❤️
ewwwww, I dont like blueberry lol. Can you make it with just strawberry?
Why is everyone acting like this is some revolutionary recipe? It’s just cheesecake with fruit.
I followed the recipe, but it tasted kinda bland. Maybe add more vanilla?
I think that’s a good idea! Sometimes a little extra vanilla can really bring out the flavors. Did you use pure vanilla extract or imitation? Pure is the way to go.
I think the crust needs more butter. It was too dry for my taste!
But butter is what makes it good! You can’t just take it out! Maybe you did something wrong?
I thought the crust was just right! Maybe try adding some cream or a splash of milk instead of more butter?
Pretty decent recipe! Maybe I’ll add more strawberries next time for extra flavor.
These cheesecake bars are a hit at every BBQ! They’re so delicious and easy to make.
Not impressed. The crust was too crumbly and the filling was kinda bland. I wouldn’t make again.
I dunno, is this healthy? Cheese and sugar? Seems like a heart attack waiting to happen lol.
Looks yum! I bet my kids would love this. Gonna try it next weekend!
OMG these are so good! I made them for the BBQ and everyone loved it. Will def make again!
I tried this recipe but added a little lemon juice. It turned out awesome! Thanks for sharing.
This looks great, but I’m not sure about using fresh berries. Can frozen work too?
Yum! Perfect for the 4th of July! Red, white, and blueberry all the way! 🇺🇸
Absolutely! This will be the star of my BBQ! Can’t wait to make it! 🎉
Looks good and all, but how do you know the crust won’t crumble? 🤔
These cheesecake bars are to die for! 😍 I made them for a picnic, and everyone loved them. Going to make them again next weekend!
Quick and easy to make! My kids loved helping with the strawberries. Simple and fun recipe!
I dunno… looks a bit complicated with all the eggs and stuff. My kids would just make a mess!
Sounds delicious! Can’t wait to try it with my kids. They love strawberries, too!
I dunno… I followed the recipe but mine turned out a bit too runny. Maybe I did something wrong?
Eh, not my fav. I was expecting more berry flavor. Might try addin more fruit next time.
I tried this but my cheesecake didn’t set. I followed the recipe exactly. What did I do wrong?
YUM! Made these for the 4th of July and everyone loved em. Def gonna make again!
Yum! I swapped out the strawberries for raspberries and it worked great! Highly recommend trying it.
Yum! Love the fresh berries on top. Perfect for summer!
Cheesecake is a dessert, but I thought this had too many fruits. Maybe less berries would taste better.
Less berries? I dunno, sounds kinda boring to me. I love the berry explosion! But I guess everyone has their taste. 🤷♂️
I totally disagree! The more fruit, the better! It adds freshness and flavor to the cheesecake! 🍓🍇
Is it really necessary to refrigerate for an hour? I mean they’re good warm too right?
I think it’s best to refrigerate! It helps set the bars properly and they taste even better chilled. Trust me, it’s worth it!
Good, but a little too sweet for my taste. Would reduce the sugar next time. 🍰
These cheesecake bars are absolutely delicious! I made them for the 4th of July and everyone loved them! Will definitely be making again.
Best dessert ever!!! The combination of strawberries and blueberries is just perfect!
Totally agree! Those berries really make it so refreshing! 🍓🫐
I changed the sugar to honey. Is that ok? 🐝 It still turned out great!
Not bad, but I was expecting more flavor. Where’s the lemon juice? Felt kinda plain.
Mine turned out to be a gooey mess. I must have done something wrong. Gonna stick with my traditional recipes.
I followed the recipe but the crust was too soggy. Not sure what I did wrong.
I can’t believe how simple this is! Even my kids loved it.
I would definitely make this again, but can someone tell me if I can skip the eggs?
Wait, can you use frozen berries instead? I don’t have fresh ones right now.
Somebody in the comments said to use flavored cream cheese, but that sounds weird. Just stick to the plain stuff. Great recipe!
Not bad but some parts tasted plain, maybe add some lemon zest next time?
This cheesecake bars are the bomb! So creamy and delicious. My kids loved them!
I’m so happy to hear that your kids loved them! They really are a hit at family gatherings. Great recipe!
I mean cheesecake bars are good, but can they be that good? My kids didn’t like it when I tried. Just saying.
Tasty! But where do I get graham cracker crumbs?? Is that like a cookie? I’m confused.
Tried it, the taste was ok but it looked nothing like the picture… Disappointing.
I thought this recipe was a bit too sweet for my taste. Maybe cut down on the sugar in the cream cheese mix?
So tasty but my boyfriend said he prefers brownies. 😂 Whatever, more for me!
Brownies are good, but cheesecake bars are on another level! 😍
I dunno, mine turned out kinda eggy. Maybe I didn’t beat it long enough?
Easy to make, but mine didn’t set right. Maybe I used too many blueberries?
Not for me. I don’t like cheesecake much. 🙁
That’s too bad! Cheesecake isn’t for everyone, but these bars look really tasty. Maybe give it a try just to see?
Well, I don’t like cheesecake much either but these look too good to pass up!
These are the best cheesecake bars I’ve ever made! So creamy and delicious. My family devoured them!
So good, I made it twice this week! Will be my summer staple! 🍰
I can’t believe you made it twice already! That’s impressive! I’m definitely trying this soon. 🍓
Looks good, but won’t it be too sweet? I like my desserts a bit less sugary.
I don’t know, it was kinda bland. I expected more flavor from the berries.
What does ‘almost set’ mean?? Help! I don’t wanna ruin it.
I think ‘almost set’ means it might look a little wobbly, like jelly? Maybe just bake it longer? Just don’t burn it!
Almost set means it’s not completely firm yet. It’s okay if it jiggles a bit in the middle! Just follow the cooling time after baking, and it should be perfect. 😊
Why do people put strawberries in cheesecake? Gross! Blueberries only for me.
I actually think the strawberries add a nice flavor! You should give it a try sometime!
Strawberries are the best! Blueberries ain’t got nothin’ on them!
Easy to make and so tasty! I might add a bit of lemon zest next time.
Not sure about lemon zest… I think it might ruin the flavor! But I’m glad you liked it.
I love the idea of adding lemon zest! It sounds like it would add a nice zing to the cheesecake bars.
Why is this called red, white, and blueberry? Shouldn’t it be red, white, and blue? 🤔
I think the name is just playful and highlights the fruit colors! Red strawberries, white cheesecake, and blue blueberries! 🌈
Uhh, it’s cheesecake, so how about you just leave it in the fridge longer? 🤔
These were a huge hit at the BBQ! Everyone loved the combination of flavors! 🍓🍇
This recipe is absolutely divine! I could eat the whole tray myself! 😍