Description
Creamy, dreamy no-bake cheesecake delivers pure dessert bliss with minimal effort. Silky smooth texture and rich flavor make this classic treat an irresistible finale to any meal you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups (225 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup (120 grams) graham cracker crumbs
Binding and Flavor Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup (60 grams) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) vanilla extract
Instructions
- Create a sturdy foundation by mixing graham cracker crumbs with melted butter, then firmly compress the mixture into the base of a springform pan, ensuring an even and compact crust layer.
- Using an electric mixer, whip cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until the mixture becomes silky and free of lumps, creating a smooth cream cheese base.
- In a separate mixing bowl, vigorously whip heavy cream until it develops stiff, peak-like formations that hold their shape when the whisk is lifted.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, using a spatula to carefully incorporate the two components without deflating the whipped cream’s airy texture.
- Transfer the creamy filling onto the prepared graham cracker crust, spreading it evenly and smoothing the top with a spatula to create a polished surface.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for a minimum of 4 hours, or preferably overnight, allowing the dessert to set completely and develop a firm, sliceable consistency.
- Prior to serving, optionally adorn the chilled cheesecake with fresh berries, fruit compote, or a light dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant and enticing presentation.
Notes
- Press the graham cracker mixture firmly and evenly to create a stable, compact base that won’t crumble when slicing the cheesecake.
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing to achieve a silky-smooth texture without lumps.
- Chill the mixing bowl and whisk beforehand to help heavy cream whip faster and form more stable peaks.
- Swap graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or crushed gluten-free cookies for a celiac-friendly version, and use dairy-free cream cheese and whipped coconut cream for a vegan adaptation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Refrigerating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg