Description
This Perfect No-bake Cheesecake is an easy, creamy dessert that requires no oven time. With a buttery graham cracker crust and a smooth, fluffy cream cheese filling, it’s a refreshing treat that sets beautifully in the fridge. Ideal for warm days or when you want a fuss-free but impressive dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Filling
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a medium bowl until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to create an even crust layer. Set aside.
- Make the cheese filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together using an electric mixer until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.
- Whip the cream: In a separate chilled bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream on high speed until stiff peaks form, meaning the cream holds strong peaks when the beaters are lifted.
- Combine mixtures: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, being careful to maintain the airiness of the whipped cream, resulting in a light and fluffy filling.
- Assemble and chill: Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the prepared crust in the springform pan. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the cheesecake is firm and set.
- Serve and garnish: Before serving, optionally garnish the cheesecake with fresh berries or your favorite fruit topping for added flavor and visual appeal.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is softened to room temperature to avoid lumps in the filling.
- For best results, chill the mixing bowl and beaters before whipping heavy cream.
- You can substitute graham crackers with digestive biscuits if preferred.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake overnight for an even firmer set and enhanced flavor.
- Store leftover cheesecake covered in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: no bake cheesecake, easy cheesecake recipe, no oven dessert, creamy cheesecake, graham cracker crust, simple cheesecake
