Description

These no-bake strawberry cheesecake bars are the ultimate 5pm dinner savior. Creamy, fresh, and ready in 10 minutes of active time, they are the perfect summer dessert that requires zero oven heat.

Ingredients

Scale

1 ½ cups (150g) graham cracker crumbs
5 tbsp (70g) unsalted butter, melted
2 tbsp (25g) granulated sugar
2 blocks (16 oz / 450g) full-fat cream cheese, softened
1 cup (240ml) heavy cream, cold
1 cup (120g) confectioners’ sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup (120g) strawberry jam or preserves
1 pint (450g) fresh strawberries, washed, hulled, and sliced
1–2 tbsp extra powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, creating a sling, and lightly grease with butter spray.
In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until it resembles wet sand.
Press the crust mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan using the bottom of a measuring cup. Refrigerate while making the filling.
In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese on medium speed until smooth (2-3 minutes). Scrape down sides.
Add confectioners’ sugar, vanilla, and strawberry jam. Beat until combined, being careful not to overmix.
Add cold heavy cream and beat on high speed for 2-3 minutes until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold the whipped cream mixture into the cream cheese mixture with a spatula to maintain airiness.
Pour filling over the chilled crust and spread evenly. Tap pan to remove air bubbles.
Cover tightly and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until firm.
Once set, arrange sliced strawberries on top and dust lightly with powdered sugar before slicing.

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps. Heavy cream must be very cold to whip properly. For clean slices, run a knife under hot water and dry it before each cut. Can be made gluten-free by using GF graham crackers or dairy-free by using dairy-free cream cheese and coconut oil.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 280
Sugar: 22
Sodium: 180
Fat: 18
Saturated Fat: 11
Carbohydrates: 26
Fiber: 1
Protein: 4

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