Description
Indulge in a creamy no-bake cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust and a light, fluffy filling. This versatile dessert can be topped with fresh berries, chocolate shavings, or caramel sauce, making it perfect for any occasion. Enjoy a slice of this delightful treat chilled!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 16 oz (2 packages) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional, for a tangy flavor)
- Fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- Chocolate shavings
- Caramel sauce
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients: graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- Press the mixture into a 9-inch springform pan, compacting it evenly on the bottom and slightly up the sides.
- Chill the crust in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened. Beat it in a large mixing bowl until creamy and smooth.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated. Add lemon juice if desired.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until no white streaks remain.
- Pour the cheesecake filling into the chilled crust and smooth the top.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Remove the cheesecake from the springform pan.
- Top with fresh berries, chocolate shavings, or caramel sauce as desired.
- Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
- For best results, allow the cheesecake to chill overnight to fully set and enhance the flavors.
- Feel free to customize the toppings based on your preferences or seasonal fruits.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes