No-Bake Cheesecake

    Breakfast & Brunch · Snacks · Cheese · Cake & Cookies · Desserts & Puddings · Afternoon Tea · Party Food

    This is the easiest no-bake cheesecake. Lightly sweet and perfectly refreshing.

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
    • 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
    • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
    • 1 and 1/4 cups heavy cream
    • three 8-ounce blocks cream cheese, softened
    • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
    • 2 Tablespoons confectioners' sugar
    • 1/4 cup sour cream
    • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
    • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

    Preparation

    1. Make the crust: Stir graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar and melted butter. Pour into springform pan and pack tightly. Freeze 10-20 minutes.
    2. Whip cold heavy cream into stiff peaks, about 4-5 minutes. Set aside.
    3. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add confectioners' sugar, sour cream, lemon juice, and vanilla. Beat until smooth.
    4. Fold whipped cream into the cheesecake filling. Spread into crust.
    5. Refrigerate for at least 6-8 hours. Cut into slices and serve.

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