Strawberry Cheesecake Bars

Michele Brosius
by Michele Brosius
8 Servings
4 hr

These easy strawberry cheesecake bars are a great dessert that everyone will love. I love that they’re easy to make and they taste amazing too!

The great thing about these strawberry cheesecake bars is that there’s no baking involved. If you like no bake dessert s as much as I do, you’ll want to also hop on over to that page and see ALL the amazing things you can do without ever baking a thing!

Just because you don’t have to bake these cheesecake bars doesn’t mean they won’t be indulgent and perfect for sharing. This simple recipe uses the best no bake techniques to provide a delectable end result that everyone will devour.


Anyone out there wondering if these can be made gluten free?

You can definitely make these gluten free. You’ll need to make some swaps but I have no reason to think they won’t come out great with gluten free alternatives.


These strawberry cheesecake bars can use allergy sensitive alternatives without any issues. It’s a pretty versatile recipe so you could probably make it into different flavors if you wanted to try that swap as well!

Here’s what you’ll need to make these easy cheesecake bars:

For the cheesecake you’ll need one set of ingredients and for the crust you’ll need another.


Here’s what you’ll need for the crust, graham crackers, powdered sugar, and butter. You’ll also need some strawberries, cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and some extra sliced strawberries for topping!

Find the full amounts and info in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.


How to make a graham cracker crust:

Line an 8×8 baking pan with parchment paper and sprayed with nonstick cooking spray. 

In a bowl, combine crushed graham crackers, powdered sugar, and melted butter. Stir until combined.

Press the crust mixture into the bottom of the pan using the back of a spatula or bottom of a cup. 

Freeze for 10-12 minutes.


How to make strawberry cheesecake bars filling:

Chop strawberries and place in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave strawberries for 25-30 seconds until warm. Mash the warm strawberries with a fork for about 30 seconds.

Transfer the strawberry mash to a fine mesh strainer with a bowl underneath. Press the strawberries into the strainer allowing the juice to drip into, making 3 to 4 tablespoons of strawberry juice. 

Discard strawberry pulp and seeds.


Using a stand or hand mixer, beat together the cream cheese, 1 cup powdered sugar, and vanilla on medium speed until smooth. Pour in strawberry juice and mix just until combined.

Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly on top of the graham cracker crust. Freeze for 2-3 hours.

Once frozen, transfer the cheesecake onto a cutting board. Using a sharp knife cut into squares.

Garnish with a strawberry slice, best served chilled.


Making easy strawberry desserts is something that happens in my kitchen all year round. This homemade strawberry sfoglia cake starts with store-bought puff pastry and ends with a decadent dessert that will wow everyone you know.


Looking for more delicious no bake desserts?

Here are some other no bake desserts that I think you’ll like. The full page of recipes is linked above but these are some of our favorites you won’t want to miss!



  • No Bake Christmas Cookies
  • Easy No Bake Cracker Candy Treats
  • No Bake Chocolate Pudding Dessert
  • Cookies and Cream No Bake Dessert
  • Easy No Bake Eclair Cake
  • Delicious Cannoli Dip


Printable No Bake Cheesecake Bars Recipe:

Strawberry Cheesecake Bars
Recipe details
  • 8  Servings
  • Prep time: 1 Hours Cook time: 3 Hours Total time: 4 hr
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Ingredients
For the crust:
  • 8 graham cracker sheets finely crushed
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup of butter, melted
For the cheesecake:
  • 8-10 strawberries (medium-sized)
  • 16 oz of cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Additional strawberries for garnishing
Instructions

Line an 8x8 baking pan with parchment paper and sprayed with nonstick cooking spray.
In a bowl, combine crushed graham crackers, powdered sugar, and melted butter. Stir until combined.Press the crust mixture into the bottom of the pan using the back of a spatula or bottom of a cup.
Freeze for 10-12 minutes.
Chop strawberries and place in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave strawberries for 25-30 seconds until warm. Mash the warm strawberries with a fork for about 30 seconds.
Transfer the strawberry mash to a fine mesh strainer with a bowl underneath. Press the strawberries into the strainer allowing the juice to drip into, making 3 to 4 tablespoons of strawberry juice.
Discard strawberry pulp and seeds.
Using a stand or hand mixer, beat together the cream cheese, 1 cup powdered sugar, and vanilla on medium speed until smooth. Pour in strawberry juice and mix just until combined.
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly on top of the graham cracker crust. Freeze for 2-3 hours.
Once frozen, transfer the cheesecake onto a cutting board. Using a sharp knife cut into squares.
Garnish with a strawberry slice, best served chilled.
Michele Brosius
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