Classic No-Bake Cheesecake
A creamy, rich, and velvety dessert with a buttery graham cracker crust and a sweet vanilla filling.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter Ā· melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 24 oz cream cheese Ā· softened to room temperature
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream Ā· cold
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
Directions
- 1
Prepare the crust
Mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 2 tablespoons of the granulated sugar in a bowl. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan and chill in the fridge.
- 2
Whip the cream
In a large bowl, beat the cold heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar with a hand mixer until stiff peaks form. Set the bowl aside.
- 3
Make the filling base
In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and the remaining granulated sugar until completely smooth and creamy. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- 4
Combine filling
Gently fold the whipped cream mixture into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula until fully combined and no white streaks remain.
- 5
Assemble and chill
Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the prepared crust. Cover and refrigerate until completely set, at least 4 hours or overnight.
