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Easy No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Recipe with Perfect Graham Crust

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A quick and easy no-bake strawberry cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust and creamy, tangy filling topped with fresh strawberries. Perfect for any occasion and ready in under 30 minutes plus chilling time.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 whole crackers, finely crushed)
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 16 oz (450 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • Optional: A splash of lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Combine 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs, 5 tablespoons melted butter, and 2 tablespoons sugar in a bowl. Mix until crumbs are evenly coated and look like wet sand.
  2. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan using the back of a spoon or flat-bottomed glass for an even layer. Chill in the fridge for about 15 minutes.
  3. In a cold bowl, beat 1 ½ cups cold heavy whipping cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks form (about 3-4 minutes). Set aside.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat 16 oz softened cream cheese with 1 cup powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and creamy (2-3 minutes). Scrape down sides to avoid lumps.
  5. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture in batches using a spatula, keeping the mixture light and airy.
  6. Pour the filling over the chilled graham crust and smooth the top with a spatula. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
  7. Toss sliced strawberries with 2 tablespoons sugar and a splash of lemon juice if using. Let sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes to macerate.
  8. Just before serving, spoon the macerated strawberries on top of the cheesecake. Slice with a warm, dry knife and enjoy.

Notes

Keep cream cheese at room temperature to avoid lumps. Chill the crust well to prevent sogginess. Use a warm knife for clean slices. For firmer filling, fold in dissolved gelatin before chilling. Vegan and gluten-free substitutions are possible.

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Keywords: no-bake cheesecake, strawberry cheesecake, easy dessert, graham cracker crust, quick cheesecake, summer dessert

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