No-Bake Flag Cheesecake Bars: A Festive Treat!
No-Bake Flag Cheesecake Bars are a festive and easy patriotic dessert made with a creamy cheesecake filling, graham cracker crust, fresh strawberries, and blueberries. Perfect for summer celebrations and holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake, Chilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Crust
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup granulated sugar
For the Cheesecake Filling
16 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup heavy whipping cream
For the Topping
1 cup blueberries
1 cup strawberries, sliced
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar until evenly moistened.
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish to form an even crust.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined.
Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the prepared crust.
Arrange the blueberries in the upper left corner of the cheesecake to create the flag’s blue field.
Place the sliced strawberries in horizontal rows across the cheesecake to resemble the red stripes of a flag.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the cheesecake is fully set.
Slice into bars and serve chilled.
Notes
Chill overnight for the best texture and easier slicing.
Pat the berries dry before decorating to prevent excess moisture on the cheesecake.
For clean slices, wipe the knife between cuts.
Fresh raspberries can be substituted for strawberries if desired.
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
