Description
No Bake Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake Bars are the ultimate summer dessert—creamy, tangy lemon cheesecake on a buttery graham crust, topped with sweet blueberry filling. Quick to make, no oven needed. Save and enjoy chilled perfection!
Ingredients
1½ cups finely crushed graham crackers (about 12 sheets)
10 tablespoons salted butter, melted
2 teaspoons lemon zest (for crust)
Two 8-ounce blocks cream cheese, room temperature
1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
½ cup fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons lemon zest (for filling)
1 cup cold heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
21 ounces blueberry pie filling or homemade blueberry sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust
- In a medium mixing bowl, stir together graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 2 teaspoons lemon zest until the mixture is evenly moistened and resembles wet sand.
- Press firmly into the bottom of a lined 9×13″ pan.
- Place in the fridge to chill for about 15–20 minutes while you prepare the filling.
- Make the Lemon Cheesecake Layer
- Soften cream cheese at room temperature to avoid lumps.
- With a hand or stand mixer set to medium speed, whip the cream cheese until it becomes smooth and creamy.
- Gradually pour in sweetened condensed milk and continue beating until silky and lump-free.
- Add the ½ cup lemon juice and 2 teaspoons lemon zest; mix until the filling thickens slightly.
- Fold in Whipped Cream
- In a clean bowl, whisk heavy cream (with optional vanilla) to stiff peaks.
- Gently fold whipped cream into the lemon‑cheesecake mixture—use a spatula to preserve airiness and achieve a light, creamy texture.
- Assemble the Bars
- Take the crust out of the refrigerator and spread the lemon cheesecake filling evenly across the top.
- Spoon blueberry pie filling across the surface and gently spread in an even layer.
- Chill to Set
- Cover tightly with plastic wrap.
- Chill in the refrigerator for a minimum of 4 hours; for the firmest texture and neatest slices, let it set overnight.
- Slice and Serve
- After the cheesecake has set, cut into 12 bars using a sharp knife, wiping the blade between slices for neat edges.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
Room-temperature cream cheese is essential for a smooth texture.
Fresh-squeezed lemon juice adds brighter flavor.
Chill thoroughly for clean slicing.
Garnish with mint or fresh berries for presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes + Time (Chill Time): 4 hours
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 5g