No-Bake Lemon-Blueberry Cheesecake Bars

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Here we make a no-bake cheesecake with a simple pressed graham cracker crust and a cream cheese and strained yogurt filling that sets as it chills. Blueberries tossed in store-bought lemon curd add sweetness and tang. This easy cheesecake works well with any berry. If you're using strawberries, slice or quarter them and let them drain a bit before adding them to the cheesecake.

Carolyn Malcoun

Updated on March 28, 2024

Reviewed by Dietitian

Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD

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Ingredients

7 ounces graham crackers (13 sheets), broken into larger pieces
½ cup pecans, toasted (see Tip)
¼ teaspoon salt
⅓ cup canola oil
2 (8 ounce) packages reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
2 cups nonfat plain strained yogurt, such as Greek-style
⅔ cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons lemon curd
4 cups fresh blueberries

Directions

Pulse graham crackers, pecans and salt in a food processor until finely ground. With the motor running, drizzle in oil, then pulse to combine. Press into a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Wipe out the food processor.
Add cream cheese, yogurt, confectioners' sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice and vanilla to the food processor. Puree until smooth, about 1 minute. Dollop the mixture over the crust, then gently spread into an even layer. Cover and refrigerate until cold, at least 2 hours and up to 1 day.
Place lemon curd in a large microwave-safe bowl; microwave on High until warmed, about 20 seconds. Add blueberries to the bowl; toss to gently combine. Spoon over the cheesecake. Cut into 16 squares.

To make ahead

Prepare through Step 2 and refrigerate for up to 1 day; continue with Step 3 just before serving.

Tip

Toasting nuts deepens the flavor and gives them a crisp, delightful crunch. To toast nuts, spread in a single layer in a small baking pan and bake in a 350°F oven until golden and fragrant, 5 to 7 minutes, stirring the nuts or shaking the pan once. Transfer to a small bowl or plate to cool.

Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, September 2023

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

256	Calories
16g	Fat
23g	Carbs
6g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 16
Serving Size 1 bar
Calories 256
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 23g	8%
Dietary Fiber 2g	7%
Total Sugars 14g
Added Sugars 9g	18%
Protein 6g	12%
Total Fat 16g	21%
Saturated Fat 5g	25%
Cholesterol 25mg	8%
Vitamin A 401IU	8%
Vitamin C 4mg	4%
Vitamin E 1mg	9%
Folate 23mcg	6%
Vitamin K 12mcg	10%
Sodium 199mg	9%
Calcium 64mg	5%
Iron 1mg	6%
Magnesium 14mg	3%
Potassium 103mg	2%
Zinc 1mg	9%
Omega 3 1g

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

No-Bake Lemon-Blueberry Cheesecake Bars

Ingredients

Directions

To make ahead

Tip

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

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