Description
This No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake is a creamy, dreamy dessert layered with a buttery graham cracker crust and a strawberry-infused cream cheese filling. Topped with fresh whipped cream and juicy strawberries, it’s the perfect no-fuss dessert for spring, summer, or any occasion when you want a refreshing, make-ahead treat—no oven required!
Ingredients
Strawberry Puree
Fresh strawberries
Sugar
Lemon juice
Cornstarch
Graham Cracker Crust
Graham crackers
Light brown sugar
Salt
Melted butter
Cheesecake Filling
Full-fat cream cheese
Powdered sugar
Vanilla extract
Lemon juice
Heavy cream (whipped to stiff peaks)
Topping
Heavy cream
Sugar
Vanilla extract
Fresh strawberries for garnish
Instructions
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Make the Strawberry Puree:
Blend strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch until smooth. Pour into a saucepan and cook over medium heat until thickened and reduced to about ½ cup. Cool completely. -
Make the Crust:
Pulse graham crackers with brown sugar and salt in a food processor. Add melted butter and pulse until moist. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan and refrigerate. -
Whip the Cream:
Beat heavy cream with part of the powdered sugar until medium-stiff peaks form. Chill until ready to use. -
Prepare the Filling:
Beat cream cheese until smooth. Mix in the cooled strawberry puree, remaining powdered sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla. Fold in the whipped cream until fully combined. -
Assemble the Cheesecake:
Pour the filling into the crust and smooth the top. Cover and chill for at least 8 hours or overnight until fully set. -
Top and Serve:
Before serving, whip cream with sugar and vanilla for the topping. Garnish with fresh strawberries. Slice and serve!
Notes
Berry Swap: Try raspberries, blueberries, or a berry mix for variety.
Crust Variation: Substitute graham crackers with crushed Oreos for a chocolate twist.
Make it Mini: Use muffin tins and liners to make individual cheesecakes.
Add Gelatin (optional): For a firmer texture, dissolve 1 tsp unflavored gelatin into warm lemon juice and stir into the filling.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert, No Bake
- Method: No-Bake, Chilling
- Cuisine: American
