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Easy Creamy No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Bars

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These no-bake strawberry cheesecake bars are creamy, light, and bursting with fresh strawberry flavor, perfect for a quick and fuss-free summer dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 full crackers, finely crushed)
  • ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened to room temperature (full-fat)
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar in a medium bowl until crumbs are evenly coated.
  2. Press the crust mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of an 8×8 inch pan lined with parchment paper. Chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes.
  3. Make the creamy filling: Beat softened cream cheese until smooth and fluffy. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
  4. Whip cold heavy cream in a chilled bowl until stiff peaks form.
  5. Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using slow folding motions.
  6. Spread the filling evenly over the chilled crust and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Prepare the strawberry topping: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine sliced strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.
  8. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1-2 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
  9. Spread the cooled strawberry topping evenly over the set filling. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  10. Lift bars out using parchment paper edges and cut into 9 or 12 squares with a sharp knife dipped in hot water.

Notes

Use room temperature cream cheese for smooth filling. Whip cream to stiff peaks but avoid overwhipping. Chill bars overnight for best texture. Frozen strawberries can be used if thawed and drained. Cornstarch thickens the strawberry topping to prevent runniness.

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