Recipe
No-Bake Cheesecake
This easy No-Bake Cheesecake is light, creamy, and smooth with a buttery graham cracker crust. Made with simple ingredients and no oven required, it’s the perfect make-ahead dessert for holidays, birthdays, summer gatherings, or anytime you’re craving cheesecake.
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Ingredients
Crust
- 2 packages graham crackers
- 3/4 cup melted butter
Cheesecake Filling
- 18 oz 3 blocks cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 –1 cup powdered sugar depending on your preferred sweetness
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
Instructions
Make the Crust
- Crush the graham crackers in a food processor until they become fine crumbs. No food processor? Place the crackers in a zip-top bag and crush them with a rolling pin or the bottom of a cup.
- Pour in the melted butter and mix with a fork until all the crumbs are evenly coated.
- Spray a 9-inch pie dish or springform pan with nonstick cooking spray, then firmly press the crumb mixture into the bottom. Use the bottom of a measuring cup or glass to pack the crust tightly. If using a pie dish, gently press some of the crust up the sides.
- Refrigerate while you prepare the filling.
Make the Cheesecake Filling
- In a large mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until thick, almost reaching stiff peaks.
- Add the softened cream cheese and mix on low speed until smooth, creamy, and free of lumps.
- Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the chilled crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Cover and refrigerate for 4–6 hours, or overnight for the best texture.
- Top with fresh strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or any of your favorite berries before serving. Enjoy!
Connie’s notes
Use full-fat cream cheese for the richest flavor and the firmest texture.
Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing to avoid lumps.
Beat the filling just until smooth—overmixing can make it too soft.
Chill the cheesecake for at least 6–8 hours, but overnight is best for clean slices.
Press the graham cracker crust firmly into the pan using the bottom of a measuring cup or glass so it holds together well.
For an extra-sturdy crust, refrigerate it for 20–30 minutes before adding the filling.
Use a springform pan if possible for easy removal and a beautiful presentation.
Run a thin knife under hot water, wipe it dry, and clean it between each slice for neat, professional-looking pieces.
Top with fresh berries, cherries, strawberries, chocolate sauce, caramel, or crushed cookies just before serving.
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
You can also freeze the cheesecake for up to 2 months. Thaw it overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
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