Description
This No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake is creamy, indulgent, and bursting with fresh strawberry flavor! It’s the perfect dessert for any occasion and requires no oven time at all. With a buttery graham cracker crust and a smooth, velvety filling, topped with luscious strawberry sauce, this cheesecake is a true crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups whipped cream
- 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
- 1/2 cup strawberry sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to create an even layer. Chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
- Make the Filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the vanilla extract and continue to beat until fully incorporated.
- Fold in Whipped Cream: Gently fold in the whipped cream using a spatula, ensuring the mixture stays light and airy.
- Add Strawberries: Stir in the chopped strawberries or swirl them through the mixture for a marbled effect.
- Assemble: Pour the cheesecake filling onto the chilled graham cracker crust. Smooth the top with a spatula and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until fully set.
- Decorate: Once set, drizzle the cheesecake with strawberry sauce and garnish with fresh strawberries.
- Serve and Store: Serve immediately or store in the fridge for up to 5 days. You can also freeze the cheesecake (without the fresh strawberries) for up to 3 months.
Notes
- For best results, allow the cheesecake to chill overnight.
- You can substitute the graham cracker crust with a different cookie base, like digestive biscuits or Oreos, for a fun twist.
- The cheesecake can be made ahead of time and stored in the freezer. Just add the fresh strawberries and sauce right before serving!
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Chill Time: 4 hours (or overnight)