No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Bars

To create the perfect Delightful Strawberry Cheesecake Bars, it’s essential to understand the key components that make this dessert so special. Each ingredient plays a critical role in achieving the ideal flavor and texture.

Discover the perfect summer dessert with these Delightful Strawberry Cheesecake Bars! This no-bake treat combines a buttery graham cracker crust with a rich, creamy cheesecake filling and a fresh strawberry topping. Ideal for gatherings or a sweet indulgence at home, these bars are easy to make and are sure to impress. Enjoy the vibrant flavors of ripe strawberries paired with the light and fluffy cheesecake that melts in your mouth. Make these bars your go-to summer delight!

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Ingredients

For the crust:

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs

⅓ cup granulated sugar

½ cup unsalted butter, melted

For the cheesecake filling:

16 oz (2 packages) cream cheese, softened

1 cup powdered sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 cup heavy whipping cream

For the strawberry topping:

2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced

2 tbsp granulated sugar

1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

Prepare the crust:

- In a medium mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the mixture resembles wet sand.

- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 8x8-inch baking dish. Use the back of a measuring cup to compress it evenly.

- Refrigerate the crust while you prepare the filling.

Make the cheesecake filling:

- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.

- Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well incorporated.

- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.

- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined and fluffy.

Assemble the cheesecake bars:

- Pour the cheesecake filling over the chilled crust, smoothing it out with a spatula.

- Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.

Prepare the strawberry topping:

- In a small bowl, combine the sliced strawberries with granulated sugar and lemon juice. Toss until the strawberries are well-coated. Let them sit for 15-20 minutes to release their juices.

Serve:

- Once the cheesecake has set, remove it from the refrigerator. Cut into squares and top each bar with a spoonful of the macerated strawberries.

- For an extra touch, drizzle with any accumulated strawberry juice.

Enjoy:

- Serve the bars chilled, and indulge in this no-bake delight!

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes | Servings: 9 bars