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The BEST No Bake Cheesecake Recipe

The BEST No Bake Cheesecake Recipe

The BEST No Bake Cheesecake Recipe is a creamy, rich, and smooth dessert that requires no oven time and is incredibly easy to prepare. With simple ingredients like cream cheese, heavy whipping cream, sugar, and a buttery graham cracker crust, this cheesecake sets perfectly in the fridge for a delicious treat perfect for any occasion. Versatile and quick to make, it’s ideal for last-minute cravings or gatherings.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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Crust

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Filling

  • 16 ounces (2 packages) cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, at room temperature
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crust: Start by crushing graham crackers into fine crumbs, then blend them with melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press this mixture evenly into the base of your pan to form a firm crust, then chill it in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
  2. Beat the Cream Cheese: Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and fluffy to ensure a lump-free filling.
  3. Add Sugar and Vanilla: Gradually add the granulated sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese, continuing to beat until fully combined for balanced sweetness and flavor.
  4. Whip the Heavy Cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form to add lightness and airiness to the filling.
  5. Fold Ingredients Together: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, taking care not to deflate the air to keep a light, melt-in-your-mouth texture.
  6. Assemble and Chill: Pour the filling over the chilled crust, smooth the surface with a spatula, then cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the cheesecake to set perfectly.

Notes

  • Use room temperature cream cheese and heavy cream for easiest and smoothest mixing.
  • A springform pan is recommended for easier slicing and presentation.
  • Whip the heavy cream only until soft peaks form to maintain a light texture.
  • Chill the cheesecake thoroughly to enhance texture and flavor melding.
  • Adjust crust thickness to preference; a thinner crust balances the creamy filling best.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free (if using gluten-free crust)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of recipe)
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sugar: 20 g
  • Sodium: 250 mg
  • Fat: 28 g
  • Saturated Fat: 17 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 18 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 5 g
  • Cholesterol: 95 mg

Keywords: no bake cheesecake, easy cheesecake, creamy dessert, graham cracker crust, whipped cream, quick dessert