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Creamy No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Bars with Blueberry Swirl

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These creamy no-bake strawberry cheesecake bars with a blueberry swirl are a quick, easy, and delicious dessert that requires no oven and offers a perfect balance of tangy creaminess and fruity freshness.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 12 full sheets, finely crushed)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy cream, cold
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
  • ½ cup fresh or frozen blueberries
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix well until crumbs are evenly coated and slightly damp.
  2. Press the crust mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of an 8×8 inch pan. Chill in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes.
  3. In a small saucepan, combine blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until blueberries break down and mixture thickens slightly (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
  4. In a chilled bowl, beat cold heavy cream with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
  5. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Gently fold chopped strawberries into the cream cheese mixture. Then carefully fold in the whipped cream until fully combined, maintaining the airy texture.
  7. Remove the crust from the fridge. Spread half of the cheesecake filling evenly over the crust.
  8. Drop spoonfuls of the cooled blueberry mixture across the cheesecake layer. Use a skewer or knife to lightly swirl the blueberries into the filling, creating a marbled effect.
  9. Spread the rest of the cheesecake filling over the blueberry swirl gently, avoiding overmixing to keep the swirl visible.
  10. Cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, until firm.
  11. Once set, cut into bars using a sharp knife warmed in hot water for clean edges.

Notes

Let cream cheese sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before mixing to avoid lumps. Chill crust before adding filling to prevent sogginess. Whip cream to stiff peaks without overbeating. Fold whipped cream gently to maintain airy texture. Use a sharp knife warmed in hot water for clean slices. Bars taste better after chilling overnight.

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