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Creamy No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Flag Bars

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A festive, no-bake dessert featuring a crunchy graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake layer, and fresh strawberry topping arranged in a patriotic flag design. Perfect for summer parties and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 full sheets, finely crushed)
  • ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 16 ounces (450g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water
  • ½ cup blueberries
  • Whipped cream or extra whipped topping

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust (10 minutes): In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted unsalted butter, and granulated sugar. Stir until crumbs are evenly coated and resemble wet sand. Press mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of a 9×13 inch pan. Chill in the refrigerator.
  2. Make the creamy cheesecake layer (15 minutes): Beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy. In a separate chilled bowl, whip heavy cream to soft peaks. Gently fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture until combined and smooth. Spread evenly over chilled crust. Refrigerate for 15 minutes to set.
  3. Prepare the strawberry topping (15 minutes): In a saucepan over medium heat, combine sliced strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Cook until strawberries release juices and soften, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in cornstarch mixture and cook for 2 more minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
  4. Assemble the flag design (10 minutes): Spread cooled strawberry topping evenly over cheesecake layer. Arrange blueberries in the top left corner to create the blue star section. Use dollops of whipped cream to create white stripes over and around the strawberry layer. Chill the dessert for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  5. Serve: Cut into bars and serve chilled.

Notes

Chill cream and bowl before whipping for best results. Fold whipped cream gently into cream cheese mixture to keep it light and airy. Press crust firmly and evenly to prevent crumbling. Avoid overcooking strawberry topping to keep fresh texture. Chill bars at least 2 hours or overnight for best slicing. Can bake crust for 8 minutes at 350°F for crunchier base if desired.

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Keywords: no-bake, cheesecake, strawberry, flag bars, summer dessert, patriotic dessert, easy dessert, no oven dessert

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