No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake (Print Version)
Light, creamy delight with fresh strawberry layers and buttery crust, ideal for carefree summer desserts.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Crust
01 - 150 g graham cracker crumbs or digestive biscuits
02 - 55 g unsalted butter, melted
03 - 25 g granulated sugar
→ Cheesecake Filling
04 - 450 g cream cheese, softened
05 - 120 ml heavy cream
06 - 60 g powdered sugar
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - Zest of ½ lemon (optional)
→ Strawberry Topping
09 - 225 g fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
10 - 25 g granulated sugar
11 - 2 teaspoons lemon juice
# How to Make It:
01 - In a bowl, thoroughly combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until the mixture is evenly moistened.
02 - Firmly press the crumb mixture into the bases of individual serving jars or a 23 cm springform pan. Place in the refrigerator to chill while the filling is prepared.
03 - In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest, mixing until creamy and well blended.
04 - In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks.
05 - Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined, creating a light, fluffy filling.
06 - Spoon or pipe the cheesecake filling over the chilled crust, smoothing the surface evenly.
07 - Cover and refrigerate the assembled cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or until firmly set.
08 - In a small saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries are softened and the mixture becomes syrupy. Allow to cool completely.
09 - Spoon the cooled strawberry topping over the set cheesecake just before serving. Enjoy chilled.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Quick to prepare and completely oven free
- Crowd pleasing creamy texture with real strawberries
- Easy to make ahead for busy days
- Simple ingredients you probably have on hand
02 -
- No oven needed for this creamy dessert
- Customizable with your favorite fruit topping
- Can be made a day ahead and holds its texture beautifully
03 -
- Line the pan with a parchment circle for easy removal if using a springform
- Always chill the strawberry topping before spooning on or it will melt the cheesecake
- For the best flavor use cream cheese and butter at room temperature