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No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Recipe

No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Recipe
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This No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake offers a creamy and luscious dessert experience without turning on the oven. Featuring a crunchy graham cracker crust, velvety cream cheese filling swirled with fresh strawberries and optional strawberry jam, topped with vibrant fresh berries and an elegant white chocolate or cream cheese glaze. Perfect for strawberry lovers seeking an easy yet impressive treat.

Ingredients

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Crust

  • 2 cups (200 g) graham crackers or digestive biscuits, finely crushed
  • ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp sugar (optional, for extra sweetness)

Cheesecake Filling

  • 16 oz (450 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream, chilled
  • ¾ cup (90 g) powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (200 g) fresh strawberries, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp strawberry jam (optional, for extra flavor)

Topping

  • Fresh strawberries, halved or whole (quantity as desired)
  • ½ cup (60 g) crushed cookies/graham crackers (for crumble)
  • White chocolate or cream cheese glaze (see below)

Glaze (optional but pretty)

  • ½ cup (60 g) white chocolate, melted
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream (for smooth drizzling)

Instructions

  1. Make the Crust: Mix the finely crushed graham crackers with melted butter and sugar until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of an 8 to 9-inch springform pan to form an even crust layer. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow the crust to set properly.
  2. Make the Cheesecake Filling: Beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy. In a separate chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream along with vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture to maintain a light texture. Stir in the finely chopped fresh strawberries and, if using, the strawberry jam for an added burst of flavor.
  3. Assemble: Pour the prepared filling evenly over the chilled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, to allow it to set firmly.
  4. Decorate: Before serving, garnish the cheesecake with fresh strawberry halves or whole strawberries to enhance both flavor and presentation. Sprinkle with additional crushed cookies or graham crackers for extra texture. Drizzle melted white chocolate mixed with heavy cream or a cream cheese glaze over the top for a polished and elegant finish.

Notes

  • Use very cold heavy cream to ensure it whips up to stiff peaks easily.
  • For a more intense strawberry flavor, swirl in an extra tablespoon or two of strawberry jam before chilling.
  • Store the cheesecake covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days to prevent drying out.
  • This dessert does not require baking, making it perfect for warm weather or quick preparation.
  • The crust can be made with gluten-free cookies to adapt for gluten-free diets.

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