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Creamy No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Bars

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A light and indulgent no-bake dessert featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy whipped cream cheese layer, and fresh macerated strawberries. Perfect for summer gatherings and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 full crackers)
  • ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for crust)
  • 16 ounces (450g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for topping)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 2 tablespoons granulated sugar in a medium bowl until mixture resembles wet sand.
  2. Press crust mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of an 8×8 inch baking pan. Smooth the surface and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy (2-3 minutes).
  4. In a separate bowl, whip cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  5. Gently fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture in three additions using a rubber spatula, being careful not to overmix.
  6. Spread cream cheese layer evenly over chilled crust and smooth the top. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm.
  7. Toss sliced strawberries with 2 tablespoons granulated sugar and lemon juice in a bowl. Let sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes to macerate.
  8. Once cheesecake is set, spoon strawberry topping evenly over the top, including juices if desired.
  9. Use a sharp knife dipped in hot water and wiped dry to slice into 9 or 12 bars. Serve chilled.

Notes

Press crust firmly to prevent crumbling. Chill cheesecake layer for at least 2 hours for best slicing results. Warm knife under hot water before slicing for clean edges. Frozen strawberries can be used if thawed and drained. For gluten-free crust, substitute almond flour or gluten-free graham crumbs. For dairy-free version, use coconut cream and dairy-free cream cheese.

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