Indulge in the delightful simplicity of No-Bake Berry Cheesecake Bars! These treats are a breeze to whip up, featuring a crisp graham cracker crust layered with a luscious vanilla filling that doesn’t require an ounce of baking. The real showstopper is the stunning marbled swirl of homemade mixed berry jam on top, adding a burst of flavor and a pop of color.
Prep Time 20 minutesminutes
Cook Time 15 minutesminutes
Chill Time 8 hourshours
Total Time 8 hourshours35 minutesminutes
Servings 16
Ingredients
For the berry jam
8ounces(226g)fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
8ounces(226g)fresh blueberries
2tablespoonscornstarch
1cup(200g)granulated sugar
½tablespoonunsalted butter
2teaspoonsvanilla extract
For the crust
1 ½cups(189g)graham cracker crumbs, about 1 ½ sleeves
6tablespoonsunsalted butter, melted
For the filling
24ounces(680g)cream cheese, softened
1 ½cups(180g)confectioners' sugar, sifted
1tablespoonvanilla extract
1teaspoonlemon juice
⅛teaspoonsalt
1cup(240ml)heavy cream
Instructions
Make the berry jam
Process the strawberries, blueberries and cornstarch in a food processor until smooth. Press the puree through a fine mesh sieve into a small saucepan. Discard the seeds and pulp.
Add the sugar and butter. Cook the puree over medium heat until thickened, about 15 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla.
Transfer the jam to a bowl and set aside to cool to room temperature, about 40 minutes.
Make the crust
Line the bottom of a 9-inch square pan with foil or parchment paper: set aside.
In a medium bowl, combine the graham crumbs and melted butter. Mix until crumbs are well coated with butter.
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Set in the freezer while you make the filling.
Make the filling
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment or with a handheld electric mixer, beat the cream cheese on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 3 minutes.
Add the confectioners’ sugar and mix on low speed until the sugar is moistened. Then turn the speed up to medium and continue mixing until well combined, about 2 minutes.
Add the vanilla, lemon juice, and salt. Mix on medium speed until well incorporated, about 1 minute.
If using a stand mixer with paddle attachment, switch to the whisk attachment and add the cream. Beat on low speed until the cream is well mixed in. Turn the speed up to high and beat until the batter becomes thick and almost stiff, about 3-5 minutes.
Assemble the cheesecake
Pour the filling over the prepared crust and spread evenly to the edges of the pan.
Drop spoonfuls of jam evenly over the top. Use a butter knife to swirl the jam into the filling.
Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 8 hours.
Notes
The cheesecake can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
No-bake cheesecake is a great make-ahead option. Make it and keep it covered for up to 48 hours before serving, then slice and enjoy!