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No-Bake Cheesecake

A cozy and creamy no-bake cheesecake that is effortlessly simple and perfect for last-minute guests.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Sweet Treat
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs finely crushed, packed
  • 1/2 cup sugar for the crust
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted, cool slightly before mixing
For the filling
  • 2 cups cream cheese softened, room temperature is best
  • 1 cup powdered sugar sift if lumpy
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure if you have it
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream cold for better peaks

Method
 

Preparation of the crust
  1. Stir the graham crumbs and sugar in a bowl.
  2. Pour in the melted butter and mix until crumbs hold when pressed.
  3. Press the crust firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan using the bottom of a measuring cup.
Preparation of the filling
  1. Beat the softened cream cheese in a clean bowl until smooth and lump-free, about 2 minutes.
  2. Add powdered sugar and vanilla to the cream cheese and beat until silky.
  3. In a separate chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks.
  4. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture in thirds until streaks disappear but do not overmix.
Assembly and chilling
  1. Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top with an offset spatula.
  2. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  3. Release the springform, slice with a warm knife, and serve chilled.

Notes

For a firmer set, add 2 tablespoons of full-fat sour cream to the filling. To save time, chill the mixing bowl and beaters for 10 minutes before whipping cream.