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Perfect No-Bake Cheesecake Recipe

Perfect No-Bake Cheesecake Recipe

This Perfect No-Bake Cheesecake Recipe is a creamy, delicious dessert that requires no baking and is ideal for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 slices
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • stand mixer
  • measuring cup
  • silicone spatula
  • offset spatula

Ingredients
  

Graham Cracker Crust

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 16 full sheet graham crackers)
  • ⅓ cup brown sugar packed light or dark
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted

Cheesecake

  • 1 and ¼ cups heavy cream or heavy whipping cream
  • 24 ounces cream cheese full-fat brick, softened to room temperature
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar
  • ¼ cup sour cream at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Make the crust: Stir the graham cracker crust ingredients together. Pour into a 9-inch springform pan and pack in very tightly. Freeze for 10–20 minutes as you prepare the filling.
  • Make the filling: Using a hand mixer or a stand mixer, whip the cold heavy cream into stiff peaks on medium-high speed, about 4–5 minutes.
  • Beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar together on medium speed until perfectly smooth. Add the confectioners’ sugar, sour cream, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Beat for 2–3 minutes until smooth.
  • Fold the whipped cream into the cheesecake filling until combined. Combine slowly to avoid deflating the whipped cream.
  • Remove crust from the freezer and spread filling into crust. Use an offset spatula to smooth down the top.
  • Cover tightly and refrigerate for at least 6–8 hours, preferably overnight.
  • Loosen the cheesecake from the rim of the springform pan and remove the rim. Cut into slices for serving.
  • Serve cheesecake with desired toppings and store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Notes

For best results, chill overnight. The longer refrigerated, the nicer the no-bake cheesecake will set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 50mg
Keyword Cheesecake, Cream Cheese, dessert, easy recipe, holiday dessert, No Bake
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