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Easy No-Bake Flag Berry Cheesecake Bars Recipe for Summer Parties

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Velvety, cool, and just firm enough to hold its shape, these no-bake cheesecake bars feature a creamy cream cheese layer topped with a mosaic of fresh strawberries and blueberries arranged in a patriotic flag pattern. Perfect for summer parties, they come together quickly without any oven heat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 12 full sheets, finely crushed)
  • ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 16 oz (450 g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy cream, cold
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • Optional: a few fresh raspberries or blackberries for added color contrast

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, combine 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs, ⅓ cup melted butter, and 2 tablespoons sugar. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated and resemble wet sand. Press this mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of your 9×9-inch pan. Use the back of a spoon or a flat-bottomed glass to compact it tightly. Chill in the fridge while you prepare the filling (about 10 minutes).
  2. Make the cheesecake filling: In a large bowl, beat 16 oz softened cream cheese with ½ cup powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Whip the cream: In a separate bowl, whip 1 cup cold heavy cream to soft peaks.
  4. Fold the whipped cream: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula in batches with slow, sweeping motions to keep the mixture light and airy.
  5. Spread the filling: Spoon the cheesecake mixture over the chilled crust, spreading it evenly with your spatula or an offset knife to about 1 inch thickness. Smooth the surface.
  6. Arrange the berries: Place sliced strawberries in rows to form the red stripes of the flag. Use blueberries to mimic the blue canton (upper-left corner), filling that space densely. Fill remaining white spaces with dollops or rows of whipped cream if desired.
  7. Chill to set: Cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  8. Serve: Use a sharp knife warmed in hot water (wiped dry before cutting) to slice the cheesecake bars cleanly without cracking or sticking.

Notes

Softened cream cheese is essential for a smooth filling. Whip the cream to soft peaks to maintain lightness. Press the crust firmly to ensure bars hold together. Chill bars for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results. Warm the knife between cuts to prevent cracking. Fresh berries are preferred for texture; if using frozen, thaw and drain well.

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