No-Bake Cherry Cheesecake

August 12, 2025 by admin

ADVERTISEMENT

—

## 🧁 Ingredients

### For the crust:

* 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
* ⅓ cup melted butter
* 2 tbsp sugar (optional, for added sweetness)

### For the filling:

* 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
* 1 cup powdered sugar
* 1 tsp vanilla extract
* 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed

### For the topping:

* 1 can cherry pie filling (or homemade, if you prefer)

—

## 👩‍🍳 How to Make It

### 1. **Prepare the Crust**

* Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar (if using) in a bowl.
* Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan or pie dish.
* Place in the fridge to chill while you make the filling.

### 2. **Make the Filling**

* Beat softened cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
* Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract; beat until fully combined.
* Gently fold in the whipped topping until smooth and creamy.

### 3. **Assemble the Cheesecake**

* Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
* Smooth the top with a spatula.

### 4. **Add the Cherry Topping**

* Spoon the cherry pie filling over the cheesecake layer.
* Spread gently to cover the surface.

### 5. **Chill and Serve**

* Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight is best) to let it fully set.
* Slice, serve, and enjoy every creamy, fruity bite!

—

## ✨ Tips for Success

* **Soften cream cheese** fully before mixing to avoid lumps.
* Want a firmer texture? Add 1–2 tsp of lemon juice to the filling.
* Use a **springform pan** for easy removal and presentation.
* Swap the cherry topping with **blueberry, strawberry, or lemon** for fun variations.

—

## 🥄 Final Thoughts

This **No-Bake Cherry Cheesecake** is a celebration of simplicity and flavor. With just a few ingredients and a little chill time, you’ll have a show-stopping dessert that’s cool, creamy, and utterly satisfying.

Keep this recipe in your back pocket—because once you serve it, friends and family will ask for it again and again.

—

Want to turn this into mini cheesecakes or make it low-sugar? I’d be happy to help with that too!