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No-Bake Lemon Cheesecake Bars

Delightfully easy to make, these no-bake lemon cheesecake bars combine creamy, tangy, and refreshing flavors in a buttery graham cracker crust.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1.5 cups Graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, melted
For the filling
  • 2 packages Cream cheese, softened (8 oz each) Make sure to bring to room temperature
  • 1 cups Powdered sugar Adjust for sweetness
  • 1 cups Sour cream
  • 0.5 cups Fresh lemon juice Use freshly squeezed
  • 1 lemon Lemon zest Zest from 1 lemon
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a mixing bowl. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
  2. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a lined 9x9-inch baking dish to form the crust. Set aside.
Filling
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese and powdered sugar. Beat until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add sour cream, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Mix until fully incorporated and smooth.
Assembly and Chilling
  1. Pour the lemon cheesecake filling over the crust and spread it evenly with a spatula.
  2. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best texture.
Serving
  1. Once set, remove from the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into bars and serve cold. Enjoy!

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother filling. Adjust sweetness according to your taste. Chill properly for easier cutting.