What is a cheesecake bar?

A cheesecake bar is a square or rectangular version of traditional cheesecake, layered on a crust and typically cut for serving as finger food.

How do you keep a cheesecake base crispy?

Use the right butter-to-marshmallow ratio and avoid over-soaking the crust. Always refrigerate to maintain texture.

New York-style cheesecake ranks #1 in popularity, followed by chocolate swirl and fruity toppings like raspberry or strawberry.

Traditionally a dessert, but bars make it snackable—especially for events like the 4th of July where finger food rules.

Festive no-bake cheesecake bars with a crispy marshmallow base and a fruity topping – perfect for your 4th of July celebration!

Scale

Coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the marshmallows, honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of kosher salt. Stir until completely melted and smooth.
Remove from heat and stir in the crispy rice cereal until fully combined.
Press the mixture evenly into the prepared dish. Let cool.
In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over 2 tablespoons of water and let bloom for 5 minutes.
In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sour cream, confectioners’ sugar, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and a pinch of kosher salt until smooth and fluffy.
Microwave the gelatin for about 10 seconds to dissolve, then stir it into the cheesecake mixture.
Spread the cheesecake layer over the cooled crispy base and smooth the top.
Top with raspberries and blueberries.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set before slicing into bars.

For clean slices, use a sharp knife dipped in hot water. Bars can be made a day ahead and kept refrigerated.

Keywords: cheesecake bars, crispy treat, 4th of July, no-bake dessert, summer treats