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Treat yourself to this easy, no-bake cheesecake! With a creamy filling and homemade graham cracker crust, it’s perfect topped with your favorite fruits, chocolate, or whipped cream. No oven needed—just mix, chill, and enjoy a light, fluffy dessert that’s ready in no time!

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Below you will find tips, tricks and helpful hints for making this recipe including step by step instructions with pictures. If you would like to go directly to the recipe, scroll down to the recipe card or tap “Jump to Recipe” at the top of the page.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

You’re going to love this Philadelphia no-bake cheesecake! It’s creamy, light, and comes together in a snap, no oven required. Perfect for when you’re craving a sweet treat but don’t want to spend hours baking.

With a buttery graham cracker crust and a smooth, fluffy filling, it’s easy to customize with your favorite toppings like fresh berries, chocolate drizzle, or a dollop of whipped cream. Whether it’s for a special occasion or just because, this no-bake cheesecake is a total crowd-pleaser and so simple to make!

Philadelphia No-Bake Cheesecake Ingredients

*Ingredient amounts are located in the recipe card at the end of this post.

Graham Cracker Crust

• Graham Crackers- To make this recipe easy, I used 14 graham cracker sheets to make about 1 1/2 cups of graham cracker crumbs.
• Butter- Salted or Unsalted butter can be used for the crust.

No Bake Cheesecake Filling

• Philadelphia Cream Cheese- I have had the best results using Philadelphia Cream Cheese to make this no bake cheesecake, but any brand of real cream cheese will also work. Make sure it has softened to room temperature.
• Powdered Sugar- This recipe uses sugar to help sweeten the cheesecake filling.
• Vanilla Extract- Add two teaspoons for extra flavor. I like to use pure vanilla extract, but imitation extract will also work.
• Heavy Cream- This will be used to make homemade whipped cream and will be folded into the the no-bake cheesecake batter.
• Optional Toppings- Choose one of the topping ideas above, or get creative and choose your own! There are many different options.

How to Make Philadelphia No Bake Cheesecake

[Step 1] Graham Cracker Crust: Use a food processor or rolling pin to smash the graham crackers into fine crumbs. Mix the crumbs and melted butter together in a medium bowl. Press the crumbs into the bottom and partially up the sides of a 9-inch springform pan.Refrigerate the crust for 30 minutes, while preparing the filling.

[Step 2] Cheesecake Batter: Beat the softened cream cheese in a medium bowl with a mixer until there are no lumps.

[Step 3] Mix in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, scraping the sides of the bowl as necessary.

[Step 4] In a separate bowl, use a stand mixer or hand mixer to whip the heavy cream until it thickens and stiff peaks begin to form.

[Step 5] Use a spatula to gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.

[Step 6] Add the Philadelphia cheesecake filling to the prepared crust and smooth with the back of a spoon or an angled spatula.

[Step 7] Chill the no-bake cheesecake for at least four hours before cutting into slices and serving with your favorite topping.

Helpful Kitchen Tools

• Mixing Bowl
• Hand Mixer
• Stand Mixer
• Food Processor
• Silicone Spatula
• Angled Spatula

Topping Ideas

• Cherry Pie Filling
• Chocolate Sauce
• Strawberry Pie Filling
• Caramel Sauce
• Fresh Fruit
• Strawberry Syrup
• Salted Caramel Ganache
• Raspberry Syrup
• Blueberry Pie Filling
• Chocolate Chips

How to Store No-Bake Cheesecake

This no bake cheesecake should be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. If you are not serving immediately, cover with plastic wrap or place in an airtight container.

The cheesecake can also be frozen for up to 1 month (without toppings). Make sure to wrap the cheesecake tightly with plastic wrap, then one or two layers of aluminum foil. Thaw the frozen no-bake cheesecake overnight in the refrigerator before serving.

No Bake Cheesecake Tips & Tricks

• Make sure your cream cheese is softened before using. This helps ensure a smooth and creamy filling.
• Be careful not to over-mix the ingredients when making the filling. Over-mixing can cause air pockets in the cheesecake which will affect its texture.
• Chill the cheesecake for at least 4 hours before serving, this will help set the filling and make it easier to slice.
• If using a pre-made graham cracker crust, press down firmly into the pan before pouring in your filling. This will help create an even layer of cheesecake without any air pockets or gaps.
• Feel free to get creative with your favorite toppings!

Frequently Asked Questions

• Can I use any type of cream cheese? Yes, you can use any brand of cream cheese that is similar in texture and flavor. Make sure to soften the cream cheese before using so it will mix properly with the other ingredients.
• Can I make no-bake cheesecake without Cool Whip? Yes, you can make no-bake cheesecake without Cool Whip. You can use a homemade whipped cream or even Greek yogurt instead of the pre-made topping. You may need to adjust the sugar content depending on what type of topping you use on this decadent dessert.

Final Thoughts

No-bake cheesecake is a delicious and easy dessert that can be enjoyed all year round. This easy recipe requires just a few simple ingredients and you can make this decadent cheesecake in no time at all.

More Cheesecake Recipes

• Caramel Pecan Turtle Cheesecake
• Cookie Butter No-Bake Cheesecake
• New York Style Classic Cheesecake

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