No Bake Lemon Coconut Cheesecake Bars
Refreshing no-bake cheesecake bars with bright lemon flavor and tropical coconut, featuring a creamy filling over a buttery graham cracker crust.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 cups whipped cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded coconut, divided
- Lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press into an 8×8-inch lined dish and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- In a bowl, beat sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and cream cheese until smooth.
- Fold in 1/2 cup shredded coconut.
- Pour filling over chilled crust and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle remaining coconut on top.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours until set.
- Lift from pan, slice into bars, and garnish with lemon slices before serving.
Notes
- Chill thoroughly for best texture.
- Use fresh lemon juice for optimal flavor.
- Toasted coconut can enhance flavor.
- Store refrigerated up to 4 days.
- Freeze up to 2 months if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
