Cora_Bates
Culinary Explorer
This recipe is a breeze to make, requiring no baking and minimal prep work. It features a creamy cheesecake filling on a graham cracker crust, topped with fresh strawberries for a burst of summer flavor.
These bars are perfect for sharing at a picnic or potluck because they're easy to transport and don't require any refrigeration until after eating. They're also incredibly versatile! You can substitute other fruits for the strawberries, or add a layer of chocolate ganache for a richer flavor.
Here's what you'll need:
For the Graham Cracker Crust:
1. Make the Graham Cracker Crust:
In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Mix well until the crumbs are evenly coated.
In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, cream together the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
8. Cut into squares and serve!
No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Bars are a delicious, refreshing, and portable dessert that's perfect for a summer picnic! They're easy to make, require no baking, and are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. So ditch the fussy desserts that require ovens and give this recipe a try! I have a feeling you'll love the combination of the creamy cheesecake filling, the crumbly graham cracker crust, and the fresh strawberries. Let me know what you think!
These bars are perfect for sharing at a picnic or potluck because they're easy to transport and don't require any refrigeration until after eating. They're also incredibly versatile! You can substitute other fruits for the strawberries, or add a layer of chocolate ganache for a richer flavor.
Here's what you'll need:
For the Graham Cracker Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
1. Make the Graham Cracker Crust:
In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Mix well until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of an 8x8 inch baking pan.
- Refrigerate the crust for at least 30 minutes.
In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, cream together the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the milk and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the chilled graham cracker crust.
- Top with the sliced strawberries.
8. Cut into squares and serve!
No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Bars are a delicious, refreshing, and portable dessert that's perfect for a summer picnic! They're easy to make, require no baking, and are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. So ditch the fussy desserts that require ovens and give this recipe a try! I have a feeling you'll love the combination of the creamy cheesecake filling, the crumbly graham cracker crust, and the fresh strawberries. Let me know what you think!