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Easy No-Bake Flag Cheesecake Bars

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A quick and festive no-bake cheesecake bar recipe featuring a creamy filling, buttery graham cracker crust, and fresh berries arranged in a patriotic flag pattern. Perfect for celebrations and backyard parties.

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 ounces (450g) cream cheese, softened (room temperature)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced thin
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • Optional: small white star-shaped sprinkles or edible stars for garnish

Instructions

  1. Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl until mixture resembles wet sand and holds together when pressed.
  2. Press crust mixture firmly into the bottom of an 8×8 inch square pan, compacting tightly. Chill in refrigerator for at least 10 minutes.
  3. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until silky smooth and lump-free (3-4 minutes on medium speed).
  4. In a separate chilled bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form (4-5 minutes).
  5. Gently fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture in two additions, using a spatula to keep mixture light and airy.
  6. Pour half of the filling over the chilled crust and smooth with a spatula.
  7. Arrange sliced strawberries in horizontal stripes on top of the filling, leaving space in the corner for blueberries.
  8. Spoon remaining filling over the strawberries, leaving the corner uncovered.
  9. Fill the corner with whole fresh blueberries, pressing gently to keep them in place.
  10. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight to set fully.
  11. Use a sharp knife warmed in hot water to slice bars cleanly. Serve chilled.

Notes

Use softened cream cheese at room temperature for smooth filling. Whip cream to stiff peaks but avoid overbeating. Chill bars overnight for best texture and clean slicing. Pat berries dry if very juicy to avoid sogginess. Parchment paper can be used to line pan for easy removal. For gluten-free, substitute graham crackers with gluten-free crumbs or nuts. Vegan versions possible with dairy-free cream cheese and coconut cream.

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