Description
Creamy New York-style “No-Bake Cheesecake” offers silky indulgence without heating up the kitchen. Cool graham cracker crust and smooth cream cheese filling promise delightful dessert perfection you’ll savor with each heavenly bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust:
- 1 ½ cups (200 grams) graham cracker crumbs (about 12 crackers)
- ¼ cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons (85 grams) unsalted butter, melted
Filling:
- 16 ounces (450 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (120 grams) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) lemon juice (optional, for a slight tang)
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy whipping cream, cold
Toppings:
- Fresh berries
- Whipped cream
- Caramel or chocolate drizzle
- Crushed cookies
Instructions
- Craft a robust foundation by combining graham cracker crumbs with sugar and melted butter, ensuring a thorough and uniform mixture. Carefully press the crumbly blend into the base of a springform pan, creating a compact and even layer that will support the luscious filling.
- Prepare the creamy base by whipping cream cheese until silky and free of lumps. Incorporate powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a hint of lemon juice, blending until the mixture achieves a velvety consistency.
- In a separate vessel, whip heavy cream until it develops stiff, billowy peaks that hold their shape effortlessly. Delicately fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, using gentle circular motions to maintain the airiness and prevent deflation.
- Transfer the luxurious filling onto the chilled crust, spreading it with smooth, deliberate strokes to ensure an even distribution across the entire surface.
- Seal the cheesecake and place it in the refrigerator, allowing it to set and develop its signature rich texture. Patience is key – permit the dessert to rest for a minimum of six hours, preferably overnight.
- When ready to serve, carefully release the springform pan’s clasp. Slice the cheesecake with a sharp, clean knife, wiping the blade between cuts for pristine edges.
- Elevate the dessert’s presentation by adorning with fresh berries, a dollop of whipped cream, or your preferred garnishes just before presenting to eager guests.
Notes
- Customize the crust by substituting graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or gluten-free cookie crumbs for those with dietary restrictions.
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature to prevent lumps and create a smoother, more velvety filling texture.
- Use full-fat cream cheese and heavy cream for the richest, most decadent cheesecake experience that holds its shape perfectly.
- Experiment with flavor variations by adding different extracts like almond, coconut, or swirling in fruit purees for a personalized twist on the classic no-bake cheesecake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg