No-Bake Cheesecake
This No-Bake Cheesecake recipe offers an indulgent dessert that combines simplicity with the rich, creamy texture of traditional cheesecake. It’s crafted from a blend of cream cheese, sugar, and heavy cream, creating a velvety filling atop a buttery graham cracker crust, with a plethora of customization options ranging from seasonal fruits to chocolate drizzles. It’s a hassle-free preparation that doesn’t require an oven, making it a versatile choice for any dessert lover.
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cooking Time
0 minutes (Refrigeration Time: 6-8 hours)
Servings
This recipe serves 8.
Ingredients
- Cream cheese, 16 oz (454 g), room temperature
- Granulated sugar, 1 cup (200 g)
- Heavy cream, 1 cup (240 ml)
- Vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon (5 ml)
- Lemon juice (optional), 1 tablespoon (15 ml)
- Cool Whip or similar whipped topping, 8 oz (226 g)
- Graham crackers, 1 and 1/2 cups (150 g) finely crushed
- Unsalted butter, 1/2 cup (115 g) melted
- Cherry pie filling (for topping), 1 can (21 oz or 595 g) (optional)
- Chocolate sauce (for topping), as desired (optional)
Method
- Begin by blending graham crackers into fine crumbs and combine them with melted butter. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of your chosen pan to form the crust.
- In a mixing bowl, blend the softened cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add sugar, mixing until fully incorporated.
- Pour in the heavy cream, whipping the mixture until light and fluffy. Add vanilla extract and optional lemon juice, mixing well.
- Gently fold in the Cool Whip or similar whipped topping until the mixture is consistent.
- Pour the filling over the prepared crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Refrigerate for at least 6-8 hours, allowing the cheesecake to set properly.
- Once set, top with optional cherry pie filling, chocolate sauce, or your choice of toppings before serving.
This No-Bake Cheesecake is the epitome of simplicity meeting indulgence. With its creamy filling and rich, buttery crust, complemented by the tartness of the optional lemon juice or the sweetness of cherry pie filling, it’s a versatile dessert that’s sure to please. Perfect for those times when you want a delicious treat without the hassle of baking, it’s a recipe that invites creativity and promises satisfaction in every bite.
Nutritional Information (Approx)
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
- Sodium: 350mg
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Sugar: 30g
- Protein: 5g