no bake cherry cheesecake
Learn how to make a delicious no bake cherry cheesecake with simple ingredients and easy steps. Perfect for summer gatherings or any special occasion when you crave something sweet
Ingredients
For the Graham Cracker Crust:
- 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs about 9–10 full sheets
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup melted butter
For the Creamy Filling:
- 1 8 oz block cream cheese, softened
- 1 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream whipped to soft peaks
For the Cherry Topping:
- 1 21 oz can cherry pie filling
- Optional: fresh cherries for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Crust:
- Crush graham crackers into fine crumbs.
- Mix with sugar and melted butter.
- Press mixture into a 9×13-inch pan. Chill while preparing filling.
Make the Filling:
- Beat cream cheese until smooth.
- Slowly add sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture.
- Pour mixture over crust and smooth the top.
Add the Topping:
- Spread cherry pie filling evenly on top.
- Garnish with fresh cherries if desired.
Chill:
- Refrigerate cheesecake for 4–6 hours or overnight until set.
Serve:
- Use a knife dipped in warm water to slice cleanly.
- Serve chilled.