How to Make the Perfect No Bake Cheesecake
American · Easy · 260 min · 10 servings
This no bake cheesecake is a creamy crowd pleasing dessert that kids absolutely love and parents appreciate for its simple preparation. With a buttery graham cracker crust and a fluffy cream cheese filling it is the ultimate kid friendly celebration dessert.
Why this recipe works
This No Bake Cheesecake recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 260 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 390 calories with 5g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 6 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
- 16 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Make the Crust
Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl and stir until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9 inch springform pan. Refrigerate while you prepare the filling.
Step 2: Beat Cream Cheese
In a large bowl beat softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together using a hand or stand mixer on medium speed until completely smooth and fluffy with no lumps remaining about 3 minutes.
Step 3: Whip the Cream
In a separate bowl whip the heavy cream and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture in three additions to keep the filling light and airy.
Step 4: Fill and Chill
Pour the filling over the prepared crust and smooth the top with a spatula. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until fully set. Slice and top with fruit or whipped cream before serving.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- graham cracker crumbs → crushed Oreos for a chocolate crust variation kids love
- heavy whipping cream → full fat coconut cream whipped to stiff peaks for a dairy free version
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Using cold cream cheese which leaves lumps in the filling even after extended mixing
- Not chilling the cheesecake long enough which causes it to fall apart when sliced
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 390 calories, 5g protein, 32g carbs, 27g fat, 1g fiber.
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