No-Bake Cheesecake Bars

4.80 from 5 votes

These No-Bake Cheesecake Bars are a rich, decadent dessert that tastes heavenly. Sweetened graham cracker crust and a cheesecake filling that gives you treat that will tantalize your taste buds.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword cheesecake, easy dessert, no-bake, recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 4 hours

Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes

Servings servings

Calories 261kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

For The Graham Cracker Crust

1 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
2 tablespoons brown sugar (or granulated sugar)
6 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)

For The Cheesecake 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
1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
1 cup heavy whipping cream

Instructions

In a small bowl, stir graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press into an 8 or 9-inch square pan or glass pie plate and refrigerate.
In a large bowl using a hand or stand mixer, beat cream cheese and granulated sugar together, scraping the sides and mix again to ensure there are no lumps, until smooth and creamy.
Whisk in sour cream, vanilla, and lemon juice just until combined.
Next, Whisk in heavy cream in 3-4 increments, whipping it into the cream cheese mixture after each addition.
Pour into the prepared pan and smooth top. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 8-12 hours or until fully set and cold.
To serve: Loosen edges with a knife, slice, and wipe the knife after each slice. Top with whipped cream or fresh berries if desired.
The cake will last 4-5 days covered in the refrigerator.

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