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Easy No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Bars

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These no-bake strawberry cheesecake bars are a perfect summer dessert—creamy, refreshing, and easy to make without turning on the oven. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, silky cheesecake filling set with gelatin, and a fresh strawberry topping.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 full sheets)
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
  • ⅔ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 cup heavy cream, cold
  • 1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin powder
  • 3 tablespoons cold water
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar. Pour in melted unsalted butter and mix until crumbs are evenly coated. Press mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×9 inch pan. Chill in the fridge for about 10 minutes.
  2. Bloom the gelatin: Sprinkle gelatin over cold water in a small saucepan. Let sit for 5 minutes. Gently heat over low heat, stirring until gelatin dissolves completely. Remove from heat and cool slightly without letting it set.
  3. Make the cheesecake filling: Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Mix until silky and combined.
  4. Whip the cream: In a separate cold bowl, whip cold heavy cream to soft peaks using an electric mixer or whisk.
  5. Combine gelatin and filling: Slowly pour cooled gelatin into cream cheese mixture, mixing quickly. Gently fold in whipped cream using a spatula to keep mixture light and airy.
  6. Assemble the bars: Pour cheesecake filling over chilled crust and spread evenly. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set (overnight is better).
  7. Prepare the strawberry topping: In a small saucepan, combine sliced strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until berries release juice and mixture thickens (5-7 minutes). For thicker topping, stir in cornstarch mixed with water and cook for another minute. Let cool to room temperature.
  8. Top and serve: Spread cooled strawberry topping evenly over set cheesecake bars. Slice into 12 bars and serve chilled. Store leftovers in the fridge.

Notes

Softened cream cheese is key to avoid lumps. Whip cream to soft peaks to maintain light texture. Bloom gelatin carefully to prevent clumps. Use gentle folding to keep filling airy. Chill bars for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results. Press crust firmly if crumbly.

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