Description

This no-bake cheesecake recipe features a luscious, silky filling, making it a simple yet impressive dessert perfect for busy families. It offers a melt-in-your-mouth texture without the oven time, promising a rich and delicious crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

Scale

2 blocks (16 oz) cream cheese, full-fat, softened
2 cups heavy cream, cold
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract, pure
1 (9-inch) graham cracker crust, pre-made or homemade

Instructions

Prep Your Crust: Press graham cracker crumbs (mixed with melted butter and sugar) firmly into a 9-inch pie plate or springform pan, or unwrap your store-bought crust.
Beat Cream Cheese: In a large bowl, beat softened full-fat cream cheese using an electric mixer until it is perfectly smooth and creamy, with no lumps allowed.
Whip Heavy Cream: In a separate, chilled bowl, whip cold heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form and the cream holds its shape firmly.
Combine Mixtures Gently: Fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until just combined and uniformly colored, being careful not to overmix.
Pour and Smooth Filling: Pour the silky filling into your prepared crust using a spatula and smooth the top evenly.
Refrigerate and Set: Refrigerate for at least 4-6 hours, or preferably overnight, until firm and perfectly set, ensuring a perfectly firm, silky slice.

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is softened and heavy cream is cold for optimal texture. Do not overmix the filling. Allow sufficient chilling time (at least 4-6 hours) for a firm set. Consider using reduced-fat cream cheese for a lighter version or alternative crusts like Oreo or shortbread. Flavor variations can include citrus zest, almond extract, or a chocolate swirl. For individual servings, use mini crusts or dessert glasses.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Bake, Chilling
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (100 g)
Calories: 380 calories
Sugar: 30 g
Sodium: 250 mg
Fat: 28 g
Saturated Fat: 17 g
Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 35 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 6 g
Cholesterol: 100 mg

Keywords: No Bake Cheesecake, Silky Filling, Easy Dessert, Cream Cheese, Graham Cracker Crust, Vanilla, Quick, Crowd-pleaser, Rich, Creamy