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No-Bake Lemon Cheesecake Bars So Creamy and Tangy You'll Make Them All Summer Long

These No-Bake Lemon Cheesecake Bars are luxuriously creamy with a perfect tang, encased in a buttery graham cracker crust. The combination of fresh lemon juice and zest creates a refreshing dessert, perfect for summer gatherings. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, these bars are a sunny treat that you'll want to recreate all season long.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups crushed graham crackers
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • ½ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whipped cream

Method
 

  1. Prepare the crust by combining the crushed graham crackers, granulated sugar, and melted butter in a mixing bowl.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  3. Gradually add the powdered sugar and mix until fully incorporated and fluffy.
  4. Add the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract to the mixture and blend until well combined.
  5. Gently fold in the whipped cream until just combined, maintaining its airy texture.
  6. Spread the filling evenly over the chilled crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
  7. Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or until set.
  8. Once set, cut into squares and serve chilled, garnished with extra lemon zest or whipped cream if desired.

Notes

For optimal flavor, be sure to use fresh lemons for juicing. Serve chilled for the best texture.