Description

This Easy No Bake Cheesecake is a creamy, cool, and simple dessert that tastes rich without needing the oven. With a buttery graham cracker crust, smooth cream cheese filling, and make-ahead chilling time, it is an easy recipe for summer desserts, holiday food ideas, birthday treats, quick dessert ideas, and no bake dessert lovers.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

2 tablespoons granulated sugar

24 ounces full-fat cream cheese, softened

1 cup powdered sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1/2 cup sour cream

1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold

1 cup fresh berries or topping of choice, optional

Instructions

1. Mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar until the crumbs are evenly moistened.

2. Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan, then chill while making the filling.

3. Beat the softened cream cheese in a large bowl until smooth and creamy.

4. Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and sour cream, then beat until fully combined.

5. In a separate bowl, whip the cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form.

6. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth and fluffy.

7. Spread the filling evenly over the chilled crust and smooth the top.

8. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or overnight for the best texture.

9. Run a knife around the edge, release the springform pan, add toppings if desired, and slice cold.

Notes

Use full-fat block cream cheese for the firmest, creamiest cheesecake texture.

Whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks before folding it into the filling so the cheesecake sets properly.

Chill the cheesecake overnight when possible for cleaner slices and a better flavor.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 430
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 250mg
Fat: 34g
Saturated Fat: 20g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 95mg

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