No-Bake Cheesecake Bars Recipe
Delicious and creamy no-bake cheesecake bars with a buttery graham cracker crust and a smooth, tangy cream cheese filling. This easy recipe requires no oven time and sets beautifully in the refrigerator, making it perfect for a quick, crowd-pleasing dessert.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Crust
- 1 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (or granulated sugar)
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
Filling
- 16 ounces cream cheese (two 8-ounce bricks) at room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: In a small bowl, stir together the graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of an 8 or 9-inch square pan or glass pie plate. Refrigerate to set while preparing the filling.
- Beat the cream cheese and sugar: In a large bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to beat the room temperature cream cheese and granulated sugar together. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and mix again to ensure there are no lumps, until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Incorporate sour cream and flavorings: Whisk in the sour cream, vanilla extract, and lemon juice just until combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Whip and fold in heavy cream: Gradually add the heavy whipping cream in 3-4 increments, whipping the mixture after each addition until light and fluffy.
- Assemble and chill: Pour the cheesecake filling over the prepared crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 8 to 12 hours or until fully set and cold.
- Serve: To serve, run a knife around the edges to loosen, slice the bars, wiping the knife clean between slices for neat cuts. Garnish with whipped cream or fresh berries if desired.
- Storage: Store leftover cheesecake bars covered in the refrigerator for 4 to 5 days to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Allow cream cheese to come to room temperature for a smoother filling.
- Optional lemon juice adds a subtle tang that brightens the flavor.
- Use a hand or stand mixer for best results when whipping cream and mixing filling.
- Press crust firmly into pan to avoid crumbling.
- If desired, toppings like fresh berries, chocolate shavings, or whipped cream can be added before serving.
- Ensure cheesecake is fully chilled to achieve proper texture before slicing.
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