Description
These creamy No-Bake Cookie Bars feature a buttery graham cracker crust and a smooth, velvety filling. Perfect for a quick, no-oven dessert that’s rich, easy, and utterly delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cookie Base:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs (or crushed digestive biscuits)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
For the Creamy Filling:
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream (optional for extra creaminess)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cookie Base: In a medium-sized bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar until evenly coated. Press into the bottom of an 8×8-inch pan lined with parchment paper. Chill while making the filling.
- Make the Filling: Beat softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually mix in powdered sugar. Stir in vanilla extract and optional heavy cream until creamy and well combined.
- Assemble the Bars: Spread the filling evenly over the chilled cookie base. Smooth the surface with a spatula for a neat finish.
- Chill and Set: Refrigerate for 3-4 hours, or until the filling is firm.
- Slice and Serve: Lift the bars out using the parchment paper, slice into squares or rectangles, and serve chilled.
Notes
- Use full-fat cream cheese for the richest flavor.
- Add crushed nuts or a drizzle of melted chocolate for extra flair.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Chill Time: 3-4 hours
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: No-Bake Cookie Bars, no-bake desserts, easy cookie bars, graham cracker bars, no-oven treats