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Easy No-Bake Firecracker Cheesecake Bars

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These no-bake cheesecake bars feature a buttery cracker crust, creamy cheesecake filling, and a sweet-tart firecracker topping with a pop of texture, perfect for a quick and refreshing summer dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups buttery cracker crumbs (such as Ritz crackers)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 16 ounces (450g) cream cheese, softened
  • ⅔ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • ½ cup strawberry or raspberry preserves
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh jalapeño (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon pop rocks candy or crushed popping candy (optional)

Instructions

  1. Crush the crackers into fine crumbs using a food processor or rolling pin.
  2. In a bowl, mix the cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until evenly combined.
  3. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of an 8×8-inch pan, creating an even layer. Chill in the fridge for about 15 minutes.
  4. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  5. In a separate bowl, whip the chilled heavy cream until soft peaks form.
  6. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture slowly to keep the air in the cream.
  7. Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the chilled crust and smooth the top.
  8. Return to the fridge to chill for at least 2 hours or until firm.
  9. In a small bowl, mix the strawberry preserves with fresh lemon juice and finely chopped jalapeño if using.
  10. Spread the firecracker topping evenly over the set cheesecake.
  11. Sprinkle crushed pop rocks candy over the topping just before serving for a fizz effect.
  12. Cut into squares and serve chilled.

Notes

Let cream cheese soften at room temperature for 30 minutes before mixing to avoid lumps. Whip cream to soft peaks, not stiff. Fold whipped cream gently into cream cheese mixture to keep filling light and fluffy. Chill bars overnight for best texture and easier slicing. Add pop rocks candy just before serving to maintain fizz. Jalapeño is optional and can be adjusted for spice preference.

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