Here’s a simple, creamy, and luscious No-Bake Cherry Cheesecake recipe — perfect for dessert lovers who want something impressive without turning on the oven.
🍒🥧 No-Bake Cherry Cheesecake
Ingredients (8 servings)
For the crust
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10–12 crackers)
- ¼ cup sugar
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
For the filling
- 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
For the topping
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
- Fresh cherries or mint for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. Make the crust
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
- Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan or pie dish.
- Chill in the fridge while making the filling.
2. Make the filling
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until creamy.
- In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth and light.
3. Assemble the cheesecake
- Spoon the filling over the chilled crust and smooth the top.
- Chill in the fridge for 4 hours or overnight to set.
4. Add the topping
- Spoon cherry pie filling evenly over the cheesecake.
- Garnish with fresh cherries or mint if desired.
5. Serve
- Carefully remove from springform pan if using.
- Slice with a sharp knife, wiping it clean between cuts.
⭐ Tips & Variations
Crust alternatives
- Use chocolate cookie crumbs for a chocolate version.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for warmth.
Flavor variations
- Mix in ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt for tanginess.
- Add lemon zest for a bright flavor.
- Swap cherry topping with blueberry, raspberry, or strawberry preserves.
Extra creamy
- Use full-fat cream cheese and heavy cream.
- Don’t overfold whipped cream; keep it light and airy.
If you want, I can also give you:
🍫 Chocolate cherry no-bake cheesecake
🥥 Coconut cherry cheesecake
🫐 Berry medley cheesecake
🍒 Mini no-bake cherry cheesecake cups