This No-Bake Cheesecake is ultra-creamy, smooth, and sits on a buttery graham cracker crust. It’s the perfect make-ahead dessert for any occasion—just chill and serve!
Author:Beth
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:6 hours
Total Time:6 hours 15 minutes
Yield:8-10 servings 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:No-Bake
Cuisine:American
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
1 ½ cupsgraham cracker crumbs (about 12 crackers)
¼ cupgranulated sugar
6 tablespoonsunsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling:
16 ozcream cheese, softened
1 cuppowdered sugar
1 teaspoonvanilla extract
1 tablespoonlemon juice (optional, for a slight tang)
1 cupheavy whipping cream, cold
Optional Toppings:
Fresh berries
Whipped cream
Caramel or chocolate drizzle
Crushed cookies
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Crust
In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined.
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan or pie dish.
Chill in the fridge for 15 minutes while making the filling.
Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Filling
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice, beating until creamy.
In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth.
Step 3: Assemble & Chill
Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the crust.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours (or overnight) to set.
Step 4: Serve & Enjoy
Remove from the pan and slice.
Top with berries, whipped cream, or your favorite toppings before serving!
Notes
For a firmer texture, chill overnight.
No springform pan? Use a deep-dish pie plate.
Storage: Keep refrigerated for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.