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No Bake Cheesecake

A simple and delicious no bake cheesecake made with just five ingredients, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 6 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1 cup Graham cracker crumbs Can be purchased pre-crushed or made from whole crackers.
  • 1/2 cup Melted unsalted butter Used to bind the graham cracker crumbs together.
For the filling
  • 8 oz Full-fat cream cheese Must be softened to room temperature for a smooth filling.
  • 1 can Sweetened condensed milk Provides sweetness and helps the filling set.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh lemon juice Adds necessary tang to balance the richness.

Method
 

Preparation of the crust
  1. Combine graham cracker crumbs with melted unsalted butter in a bowl.
  2. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch pie plate or springform pan.
  3. Refrigerate the crust to firm it up while preparing the filling.
Preparation of the filling
  1. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until light and fluffy, making sure there are no lumps.
  2. Gradually mix in the sweetened condensed milk until well blended.
  3. Stir in the fresh lemon juice until fully incorporated.
Assembly and chilling
  1. Pour the cheesecake filling onto the prepared crust.
  2. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4-6 hours, preferably overnight, until set.

Notes

For serving, consider topping with fresh berries, chocolate sauce, or whipped cream. Store leftovers covered in plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.