Ingredients
– 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
– ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
– 2 cups cream cheese, softened
– ¾ cup powdered sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup heavy whipping cream
– 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
– Extra strawberries for topping, optional
– Mint leaves for garnish, optional
Instructions
Making this No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake is straightforward. Follow these simple steps to create this delightful dessert:
1. Prepare the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Mix well until crumbs are evenly coated.
2. Form the Crust: Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan, creating an even layer. Use the back of a measuring cup to pack it tightly.
3. Make the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
4. Add Sugar and Vanilla: Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese, mixing until well combined.
5. Whip the Cream: In another bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form.
6. Fold Together: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth. Be careful not to deflate the whipped cream.
7. Layer the Filling: Spread half of the cheesecake filling over the graham cracker crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Layer half of the sliced strawberries on top of the filling.
8. Add More Filling: Pour the remaining cheesecake filling over the strawberries, smoothing it out evenly.
9. Top with Strawberries: Add the remaining sliced strawberries on top of the cheesecake filling.
10. Chill: Cover the cheesecake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
11. Serve: Once set, carefully remove the sides of the springform pan. Slice and serve chilled, garnished with mint leaves if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: No cooking needed
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 4g