Ingredients:
For the outer layer:
2 cups of graham cracker crumbs.
1/2 cup of melted unsalted butter.
1/4 cup of granulated sugar.
For the cheesecake coating:
2 cups of heavy cream
16 oz (2 packages) of smooth creamed cheese.
1 cup of powdered sugar
1 teaspoon of vanilla essence.
1 teaspoon of lemon juice.
For filling:
1/2 cup of graham cracker crumbs (optional)
1 teaspoon of sugar powder (optional)
Instructions:
Make the base:
In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until the crumbs are completely coated with butter.
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-by-13-inch rectangular baking dish to create an even crust. Use the back of a spoon or a flat glass to press down.
Refrigerate the dough to firm up while you prepare the filling.
Make the cheesecake decoration:
In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Cancel.
In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
Mix the sugar, vanilla and lemon juice with the cream cheese, beating until smooth and homogenous.
Add the whipped cream to the cream cheese mixture, stirring gently until well combined.
Make the cheesecake bars:
Add the cheesecake filling to the base, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Run a spatula over the top to make it smooth and uniform.
Let the cheesecake cool:
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until the cheesecake is firm and set.
Prepare the additional ingredients (if desired):
If desired, mix the graham crackers with sugar into powder and dust evenly over the top of the cheesecake that is in the refrigerator.
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Once the cheesecake is firm, chop it into bars and let it cool.
Tips:
Room temperature ingredients: Make sure the cream cheese is soft at room temperature so that the filling is creamy.
Mixing: Be gentle when adding the whipped cream to the cream cheese mixture to keep the texture light and airy.
Serving idea: You can decorate these cheesecake bars with fresh fruit, fruit compote or a little chocolate sauce or caramel to add more flavor.
Enjoy these delicious no-bake cheesecake bars, a creamy and delicious treat, simple to make and ideal for anyone who loves desserts!
Enjoy!