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Creamy No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Bars

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These creamy no-bake strawberry cheesecake bars are a quick and easy dessert featuring a buttery crust, smooth cream cheese filling folded with whipped cream, and a fresh strawberry topping. Perfect for a fuss-free, refreshing treat without using the oven.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 full crackers, finely crushed)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until crumbs are evenly coated and look like wet sand. Press firmly and evenly into the bottom of a 9×9-inch pan. Pack tight using the bottom of a glass or measuring cup. Chill in the fridge while preparing the filling.
  2. Make the filling: In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy (about 2-3 minutes). Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, then beat until fully combined.
  3. Whip the cream: In a separate chilled bowl, whip cold heavy whipping cream to stiff peaks (3-5 minutes with an electric mixer).
  4. Fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture: Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture in 2-3 additions using a spatula, folding carefully to keep the mixture light and fluffy.
  5. Assemble the bars: Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the chilled crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
  6. Prepare the strawberry topping: Toss sliced strawberries with sugar and lemon juice. Let sit for about 10 minutes to macerate.
  7. Add the topping: Spoon the strawberries evenly over the cheesecake layer.
  8. Chill: Cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow bars to set and flavors to meld.
  9. Slice and serve: Use a sharp knife dipped in hot water and wiped dry for clean cuts. Cut into 16 bars and serve chilled.

Notes

Soften cream cheese to room temperature before mixing to avoid lumps. Whip cream to stiff peaks but avoid overwhipping. Fold whipped cream gently into cream cheese mixture to keep it airy. Chill bars overnight for best texture and flavor. Use a warm, dry knife for clean slicing. Adjust sugar in strawberry topping based on berry sweetness. Frozen strawberries can be used if thawed and drained.

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