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Refreshing No-Bake Frozen Strawberry Lemonade Bars

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These no-bake frozen bars combine tart lemon juice with sweet strawberries for a refreshing summer treat that’s easy to make and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 12 full sheets, finely crushed)
  • ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
  • ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 3 lemons)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 ½ cups cream cheese, softened
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • Optional garnish: thin lemon slices, whole small strawberries, fresh mint leaves

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Stir until mixture resembles wet sand and holds together when pressed, about 3 minutes.
  2. Press the crust mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of a 9×9-inch pan to about ¼ inch depth. Freeze for 10 minutes to firm up.
  3. Puree the fresh strawberries in a food processor or blender until smooth or slightly chunky, about 2 minutes.
  4. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy, about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Slowly beat in lemon juice followed by the strawberry puree until well combined.
  6. In a separate chilled bowl, whip heavy cream to stiff peaks, about 3-4 minutes.
  7. Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a rubber spatula to keep the mixture light and airy.
  8. Pour the filling over the chilled crust and spread evenly with a spatula.
  9. Cover the pan tightly with plastic wrap or foil and freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight until firm.
  10. Before serving, let bars sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to soften slightly. Garnish with lemon slices, strawberries, or mint leaves.

Notes

Use room temperature cream cheese for smooth blending. Whip cream to stiff peaks but avoid overwhipping. Press crust firmly and freeze before adding filling to prevent sogginess. Let bars soften 5-10 minutes before slicing for clean cuts. For dairy-free, substitute cream cheese and heavy cream with coconut cream and dairy-free alternatives. For gluten-free, use gluten-free graham crackers or almond flour crust.

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Keywords: no-bake, frozen, strawberry, lemonade, bars, summer dessert, easy dessert, refreshing, no oven

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