Description
These Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream Bars are the ultimate summer treat, combining the sweet tang of fresh strawberries with rich, creamy cheesecake. Easy to prepare without an ice cream maker, these bars are perfect for picnics, birthdays, or simply enjoying at home. Each bite is a delightful escape into a world of flavor and nostalgia, making them a must-try dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup full-fat sour cream
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until crumbly.
- Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper and press the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom. Bake for about 10 minutes until golden brown.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Mix in granulated sugar and sour cream until well combined.
- Stir in vanilla extract and lemon juice, then gently fold in diced strawberries.
- Pour cheesecake filling over cooled crust and freeze until firm, approximately 4 hours.
- Slice into bars and enjoy straight from the freezer or let them thaw slightly for easier cutting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approximately 75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg