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    Home » No Bake Cheesecake

    No Bake Cheesecake

    July 20, 2021 by Faith 1 Comment

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    This No Bake Cheesecake recipe yields a rich and creamy mousse-like cheesecake. It’s luscious and perfectly accented with cherry pie filling on top!

    slice of no bake cheesecake close up with fork

    As a kid growing up one of my mom’s favorite desserts (which she said was my dad’s favorite, but really all knew it was hers) was what she called Cherry-O Cream Cheese Pie.

    It was a No Bake Cheesecake topped with cherry pie filling. And oh boy was it good.

    She’d bring it to every BBQ, block party, picnic, and summertime gathering. And it was always one of the first desserts to go on the buffet table!

    close up top view of no bake cheesecake recipe

    This is my version of her recipe. I cut down a little on the sugar and also added sour cream for richness and to balance the flavors.

    If you have a store-bought brand of cherry pie filling that you love, this recipe won’t suffer for it. Of course, if you have time and want to make a homemade cherry pie filling for the top this will be even better.

    No Bake Cheesecake is velvety smooth and ethereally light and fluffy, almost like mousse but with cheesecake flavor. You (and everyone else on the block) will love it!

    In This Article
    • The Best No Bake Cheesecake Recipe with Cherry Topping
    • Tips for Making No Bake Cheesecake
    • No Bake Cheesecake Recipe FAQs
    • More Favorite No Bake Treats to Make
    • Did You Make This?
    • No Bake Cheesecake with Cherry Topping
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    The Best No Bake Cheesecake Recipe with Cherry Topping

    Ingredients for No Bake Cheesecake

    Graham Cracker Crust:

    graham cracker crust ingredients
    • Graham cracker crumbs
    • Granulated sugar
    • Salt
    • Unsalted butter

    Cheesecake Filling:

    no bake cheesecake filling ingredients
    • Cream cheese
    • Powdered sugar
    • Heavy whipping cream
    • Sour cream
    • Vanilla extract

    How to Make No Bake Cheesecake from Scratch

    how to make no bake cheesecake
    1. For the crust, whisk together the dry ingredients.
    2. Add the melted butter.
    3. Stir well to combine.
    4. Press the crumbly crust mixture into a pan.
    5. For the cheesecake filling, beat together all ingredients until smooth and creamy.
    6. It will look luscious and already be fairly thick.
    7. Pour the filling into the prepared crust.
    8. Refrigerate until fully chilled! Then top with cherry pie filling if desired.
    easy cherry cheesecake recipe

    Equipment for This Recipe

    • 8-inch Springform Pan or 9-inch Pie Pan
    • Handheld Electric Mixer

    How to Store No Bake Cheesecake

    The flavor of this cheesecake is even better the next day! You can store leftovers wrapped in the fridge for up to 5 days.

    front view of no bake cherry cheesecake in springform pan

    Variations on This Recipe

    • Go blue. Instead of canned cherry pie filling, use blueberry pie filling!
    • Or leave off the filling and go dark. For the chocolate-lovers, top each slice with hot fudge instead.
    • Portion control. Instead of making this in a large pan, spoon the cheesecake filling into 10 individual glasses and sprinkle the crumble crust on top. Cover them with plastic wrap and store in the fridge for up to 5 days.
    front view of easy no bake cheesecake on white cake stand

    Tips for Making No Bake Cheesecake

    • Instead of making your own graham cracker crust, you can use a pre-made 9-inch round graham cracker crust.
    • Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature or slightly softened. This will help yield a smooth and creamy filling without lumps.
    • This cheesecake will slice well after being refrigerated for 6 to 8 hours, but the cheesecake filling isn’t fully set and stiffened until it’s been refrigerated overnight.
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    No Bake Cheesecake Recipe FAQs

    How Do You Thicken No Bake Cheesecake?

    The beauty of this recipe is that you don’t have to whip the cream to stiff peaks and then fold it into the cheesecake filling. No, it’s much easier than that!

    Simply beat everything together and pour it into the crust.

    That means that the only factor we need to be mindful of so that this No Bake Cheesecake Recipe is thickened and sets properly is to let it sit in the fridge for long enough!

    It’s like magic though. As it chills, this cheesecake stiffens. Like the recipe mentions, 6 to 8 hours is fine, but overnight is ideal.

    What Can I Use Instead of Sour Cream?

    To make this No Bake Cheesecake Recipe, you can use 1/3 cup unflavored, unsweetened Greek yogurt instead of sour cream. Do not use regular yogurt for this recipe because it will add to much liquid.

    How is No Bake Cheesecake Different Than Regular Cheesecake?

    Unlike regular cheesecake, neither the crust nor the filling need to be baked for this No Bake Cheesecake Recipe.

    And in terms of flavor and texture, No Bake Cheesecake is lighter, airier, and more mousse-like than regular Cheesecake.

    Both are delicious, they are just very different things!

    cherry o cream cheese pie recipe

    More Favorite No Bake Treats to Make

    • Edible Cookie Dough
    • Pumpkin Pie Dip
    cherry o cheese pie
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    Did You Make This?

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    You can also tag my handle @dailydesserting or use the hashtag #dailydesserting on social media.

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    Xoxo, Faith

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    No Bake Cheesecake with Cherry Topping

    By: Faith
    This No Bake Cheesecake recipe yields a rich and creamy mousse-like cheesecake. It’s luscious and perfectly accented with cherry pie filling on top!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 25 mins
    Cook Time 0 mins
    Chill Time 6 hrs 30 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 10 servings
    Calories 396 kcal

    Equipment

    • 8-inch Springform Pan or 9-inch Pie Pan
    • Handheld Electric Mixer

    Ingredients
     
     

    Graham Cracker Crust:

    • 1 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
    • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
    • 1/8 teaspoon salt
    • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted

    Cheesecake Filling:

    • 12 ounces cream cheese at room temperature or very slightly softened
    • 3/4 cup powdered sugar
    • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
    • 1/3 cup sour cream
    • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

    Other:

    • Coconut oil spray
    • 21 ounces canned cherry pie filling

    Instructions
     

    To Prepare the Baking Dish:

    • Cut a piece of parchment paper in a ring to fit along the inside wall of an 8-inch springform pan, taping it at the seam. Alternatively, you can use a 9-inch pie pan.
    • Lightly spray the inside of the parchment paper and the bottom of the pan with coconut oil spray.

    For the Graham Cracker Crust:

    • Add the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and salt to a large bowl and whisk to combine. Add the melted butter and stir until well-mixed.
    • Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan. Spread the crumbs evenly in the bottom, and then press them into the bottom of the pan and about 3/4-inch up the sides, compacting them.

    For the Cheesecake Filling:

    • Use a handheld electric mixer to beat together all ingredients in a large bowl until smooth and creamy.
    • Pour the cheesecake filling into the prepared crust and spread it out evenly.
    • Refrigerate until fully chilled, about 6 to 8 hours (or overnight).

    To Finish:

    • Spread the cherry pie filling out onto the cheesecake. Refrigerate 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

    Faith's Tips

    • Storage: The flavor of this cheesecake is even better the next day! You can store leftovers wrapped in the fridge for up to 5 days.
    • Make Sure to Let it Set Before Slicing: This cheesecake will slice well after being refrigerated for 6 to 8 hours, but the cheesecake filling isn’t fully set and stiffened until it’s been refrigerated overnight.
    • Pre-Made Graham Cracker Crust: To save time, instead of making your own graham cracker crust, you can use a pre-made 9-inch round graham cracker crust.

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    No Bake Cheesecake with Cherry Topping
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 396 Calories from Fat 225
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 25g38%
    Saturated Fat 15g94%
    Trans Fat 1g
    Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
    Monounsaturated Fat 7g
    Cholesterol 76mg25%
    Sodium 230mg10%
    Potassium 151mg4%
    Carbohydrates 39g13%
    Fiber 1g4%
    Sugar 16g18%
    Protein 3g6%
    Vitamin A 1012IU20%
    Vitamin C 2mg2%
    Calcium 67mg7%
    Iron 1mg6%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
    Keyword No Bake Cheeescake Recipe, No Bake Cheesecake, No Bake Cherry Cheesecake
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    1. Betsy

      March 07, 2023 at 5:27 pm

      5 stars
      This is perfect for everyone who loves cheesecake and no baking! I love it in the summer because it does't heat up the kitchen!

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