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Creamy Blueberry Cheesecake Flag Bars No-Bake Recipe Easy 4th of July Dessert

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A festive no-bake dessert featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake filling, and a vibrant blueberry topping arranged like a flag. Perfect for summer gatherings and quick to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10–12 whole crackers, finely crushed)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
  • ¾ cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 2 cups fresh blueberries (or frozen, thawed and drained)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water
  • Fresh strawberries sliced thin (optional, for garnish)
  • Additional blueberries (optional, for decoration)

Instructions

  1. Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl. Mix until crumbs are evenly coated and look like wet sand. Press firmly and evenly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch pan. Chill in the fridge for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy (2-3 minutes). Add vanilla extract and mix to combine.
  3. In a separate chilled bowl, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form (3-5 minutes).
  4. Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a rubber spatula with slow, deliberate strokes to keep it light and airy.
  5. Spread cheesecake mixture evenly over the chilled crust and smooth the top. Return to fridge while preparing blueberry topping (about 10 minutes).
  6. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir occasionally until simmering. Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook 1-2 minutes until thickened. Let cool to room temperature.
  7. Spread cooled blueberry topping evenly over cheesecake layer. Arrange sliced strawberries in stripes and scatter whole blueberries to mimic a flag.
  8. Cover pan with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  9. Cut into bars using a sharp knife dipped in warm water, wiping blade between cuts. Serve chilled.

Notes

Soften cream cheese before mixing to avoid lumps. Chill bowl and beaters for whipping cream for better volume. Fold whipped cream gently to keep texture light. Use cornstarch slurry to thicken blueberry topping without overcooking. Dip knife in hot water and wipe between cuts for clean slices. Chill at least 4 hours or overnight for best texture.

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