No Bake Coconut Mango Cheesecake Bars
No Bake Coconut Mango Cheesecake Bars are an easy, no-bake tropical dessert that combines a buttery graham cracker crust with a creamy, silky mango and coconut cheesecake filling. Perfect for summer gatherings or a refreshing snack, these bars deliver a vibrant flavor and beautiful presentation without turning on the oven.
- Author: Emilly
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 9 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: Tropical
- Diet: Vegetarian (can be made Vegan with substitutions)
Crust Base
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tbsp melted butter
Filling
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup fresh mango puree (from ripe mangoes)
- ½ cup shredded coconut
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp gelatin (or agar-agar for vegan option) dissolved in warm water
- Prepare the Crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and mix until the texture resembles wet sand. Press this mixture firmly into a lined square pan to form an even base. Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
- Make the Mango Puree: Peel and chop fresh ripe mangoes, then blend until smooth to create a bright, flavorful mango puree that will give the cheesecake layer its vibrant color.
- Whip Up the Filling: In a large bowl, beat together softened cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk until silky smooth. Add the mango puree, shredded coconut, and fresh lime juice. Mix thoroughly until fully combined and smooth.
- Set the Filling: Dissolve gelatin in warm water and gently fold it into the filling mixture to help the bars firm up without baking. Pour the filling evenly over the chilled crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Chill Until Firm: Cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the cheesecake bars to set completely and the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Slice and Serve: Once firm, lift the cheesecake slab from the pan using the parchment paper edges. Cut into neat bars with a sharp knife and serve chilled for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use ripe, juicy mangoes for the best flavor.
- Press the crust firmly to prevent crumbling when serving.
- Chill for sufficient time to ensure bars set properly and are easy to cut.
- Bring cream cheese to room temperature before mixing for a smooth filling.
- Use fresh lime juice to balance sweetness – avoid bottled if possible.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: no bake dessert, coconut mango cheesecake, tropical dessert, cheesecake bars, easy summer dessert