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Easy Patriotic No-Bake Cheesecake Bars

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A simple, colorful, and no-oven-required cheesecake bar recipe perfect for summer celebrations featuring a crunchy graham cracker crust, smooth cream cheese filling, and fresh berries topping.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • Optional: fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted unsalted butter, and granulated sugar until evenly coated and crumbly like wet sand.
  2. Press the crust mixture firmly into the bottom of a parchment-lined 8×8 inch square baking pan using the back of a measuring cup.
  3. Place the crust in the refrigerator to chill while preparing the filling.
  4. In a large bowl, whip the cold heavy cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Keep chilled.
  5. In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  6. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese, mixing until fluffy and lump-free.
  7. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula, keeping the mixture light and airy.
  8. Pour the cheesecake filling over the chilled crust and smooth the top evenly.
  9. Arrange sliced strawberries and blueberries on top in a red, white, and blue pattern.
  10. Chill the assembled bars in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
  11. Once set, lift the bars out using the parchment paper, cut into about 12 squares, and serve chilled.
  12. Optional: Garnish with fresh mint leaves before serving.

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps. Press crust firmly to prevent crumbling. Chill bars at least 4 hours or overnight for best texture. Warm knife under hot water and dry between cuts for clean slices. Frozen berries can be used if thawed and drained well.

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