No-Bake Lemon Cheesecake Bars
A refreshingly elegant dessert perfect for summer gatherings, featuring a buttery crust and a creamy lemon filling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 275 minutes
- Yield: 9 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Create the Graham Cracker Crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter; press into a greased 9×9 inch pan.
- Beat the Cream Cheese: Beat softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add the Tangy Ingredients: Mix in sour cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Whip the Heavy Cream: Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Combine the Cream Mixtures: Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
- Spread Over the Crust: Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the crust.
- Chill to Set: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours until set.
- Cut and Serve: Cut into bars, serve chilled, and enjoy!
Notes
Ensure cream cheese is well softened to avoid lumps. These bars can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg