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Easy No-Bake Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Bars

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A quick and refreshing no-bake dessert featuring a creamy lemon cheesecake filling with juicy blueberries on a crunchy graham cracker crust, perfect for hot summer days.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 full sheets, finely crushed)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 16 oz (450 g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Stir until mixture resembles wet sand and holds together when pressed (3-5 minutes).
  2. Press the crumb mixture firmly and evenly into an 8×8 inch baking pan. Refrigerate for about 10 minutes.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy (2-3 minutes).
  4. Mix in freshly grated lemon zest and lemon juice until evenly combined.
  5. In a separate chilled bowl, whip cold heavy cream on high speed until stiff peaks form (3-4 minutes).
  6. Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture to keep it light and airy (about 2 minutes).
  7. Fold in blueberries gently, distributing evenly without crushing.
  8. Pour filling over chilled crust and spread evenly. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
  9. Cut into squares and serve chilled. For clean cuts, dip knife in hot water and wipe between slices.

Notes

Use full-fat cream cheese and heavy cream for best texture. If using frozen blueberries, fold them in while still frozen to prevent color bleeding. Soften cream cheese fully before mixing to avoid lumps. Chill at least 4 hours or overnight for best texture. For gluten-free crust, substitute graham crackers with almond flour or gluten-free cookies. Vegan adaptations possible with plant-based cream cheese and coconut cream.

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