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No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Bark

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Make this simple, no-bake dessert featuring layers of graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake filling, and fresh strawberries, frozen into easy-to-break pieces.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons freeze-dried strawberry powder (optional, for color/flavor boost)

Instructions

  1. Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides for easy removal.
  2. Combine graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Press this mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Place the crust in the freezer while you prepare the filling.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
  4. In another bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until just combined. If using, stir in the freeze-dried strawberry powder now.
  5. Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the chilled crust.
  6. Arrange the sliced fresh strawberries over the top of the filling. Press them down slightly so they adhere.
  7. Cover the pan loosely with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4 hours, or until completely firm.
  8. Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bark from the pan. Place it on a cutting board and break it into irregular pieces.
  9. Store the bark in an airtight container in the freezer.

Notes

  • For a richer strawberry flavor, you can lightly mash half of the fresh strawberries before layering them on top.
  • If you do not have freeze-dried strawberry powder, you can substitute it with 1-2 drops of red food coloring for visual appeal.
  • Use a sharp knife to score the bark into squares before freezing if you prefer uniform pieces, though breaking it creates the classic ‘bark’ look.

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