Strawberry cheesecake bars

These strawberry cheesecake bars are the perfect thing to whip up for a special afternoon tea or easy dessert.

Serves: 15

Time to make: 30 mins , plus 3-4 hours chilling

Ingredients

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¼ cup natural almonds
¾ cup rolled oatsoatmeal uncookedX
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup pitted and chopped Medjool dates
1 tablespoon powdered gelatine
3 cups hulled strawberries
2 cups reduced-fat cream cheese (we used Philadelphia Light 80% less fat)
2 tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons zest of lemon

Instructions

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1 Line a 16cm x 26cm baking tin with baking paper, letting paper overhang the two long sides.

2 In a food processor, blitz almonds, oats and cinnamon until finely chopped. Add dates and process again until combined. Press mixture firmly into base of lined tin.

3 In a small microwave-safe bowl, place ¼ cup of water. Sprinkle over gelatine and set aside for a few minutes. Microwave on high for 20 seconds then whisk with a fork until gelatine is dissolved. Set aside.

4 Clean processor and add half of the strawberries. Blitz until smooth. Add cream cheese, honey and zest. Process again until well combined and completely smooth. Add cooled gelatine and blitz to combine. Pour strawberry mixture over base. Cover and chill in fridge for several hours, or until firm.

5 Slice remaining strawberries. Cut cheesecake into squares and decorate with sliced strawberries. Serve.

HFG tip

If fresh strawberries aren’t available, frozen will work in the filling, and top with freeze dried strawberries to finish.

Nutrition Info (per serve)

Calories 144 cal

Kilojoules 600 kJ

Protein 5 g

Total fat 6 g

Saturated fat 3 g

Carbohydrates 20 g

Sugar 14 g

Dietary fibre 3 g

Sodium 80 mg

Calcium 60 mg

Iron 1 mg

Note: This nutrition analysis is a guide only. Nutrition composition will vary depending on the exact ingredients used. See our guides on your optimal daily nutrition intake, and supermarket shopping.