No-Bake Strawberry Cream Cheese Bars

Instructions

1. 1

   Line an 8x8 inch (20x20 cm) square pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted unsalted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated and resemble wet sand.

3. 3

   Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form an even crust. Place the pan in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the filling.

4. 4

   In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.

5. 5

   Add the instant vanilla pudding mix and light whip cream to the cream cheese. Beat until well combined and the mixture is thick and smooth.

6. 6

   Gently fold in half of the fresh strawberries (chopped) into the cream cheese mixture.

7. 7

   Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the chilled crust.

8. 8

   Arrange the remaining sliced strawberries on top of the filling for decoration.

9. 9

   Refrigerate the bars for at least 4 hours, or until set.

10. 10

    Once set, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into squares and serve chilled.