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No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake

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This No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake is an easy, decadent dessert featuring a creamy strawberry filling and a buttery graham cracker crust. Perfect for warm days and summer gatherings, it’s a light, refreshing treat that requires no baking!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 10 tbsp salted butter, melted
  • 6 tbsp boiling water
  • 3 8-oz. packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup finely chopped strawberries
  • 16 sheets graham crackers
  • 1 3-oz. box strawberry gelatin (such as Jell-O)
  • 1 cup cold heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 2 tsp lemon juice
  • Nonstick cooking spray

Instructions

  • Create the Crust:

    • In a food processor, pulse graham crackers and brown sugar until finely ground (about 1 minute).
    • Drizzle in the melted butter until the mixture resembles coarse sand.
    • Spray a 9-inch springform pan with nonstick spray. Press graham cracker mixture into the bottom and about 1 inch up the sides of the pan. Freeze for 20 minutes.
  • Whip Up the Filling:

    • In a stand mixer, beat the cold heavy cream and vanilla extract on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form (1-2 minutes). Set aside.
    • Using the paddle attachment, beat softened cream cheese on medium speed until smooth (1-2 minutes).
    • Add granulated sugar, powdered sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Beat until smooth (1 minute).
    • In a separate bowl, whisk strawberry gelatin and boiling water until dissolved. Add it to the cream cheese mixture and beat until combined. Fold in the chopped strawberries.
  • Combine and Chill:

    • Fold in one-third of the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture. Then fold in the remaining whipped cream until smooth.
    • Pour the filling into the crust, smoothing the top. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 12 hours (or up to 2 days) to set.
  • Serve and Indulge:

    • After chilling, carefully loosen the cheesecake from the pan using a knife or offset spatula. Transfer to a platter and slice with a warm knife for neat edges.

Notes

  • Berry Mix: Swap strawberries for blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries for variety.
  • Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free graham crackers or cookies for a gluten-free option.
  • Chocolate Lovers: Add melted chocolate to the crust or swirl into the filling for a chocolatey twist.