Description
Indulge in the delightful layers of this Creamy Raspberry Cheesecake, a refreshing no-bake dessert that brings the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. With a smooth cream cheese filling and a vibrant raspberry topping, this cheesecake is an ideal treat for birthdays, holidays, or any occasion that calls for something special. Not only is it easy to prepare, but it also requires no baking, making it a hassle-free option for warm days. Get ready to impress your guests with this stunning dessert!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups finely crushed graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 11 ounces softened cream cheese
- 1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 16 ounces cool whip or homemade sweetened whipped cream
- 2 cups raspberries (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup white sugar (for topping)
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Instructions
- Prepare the crust by mixing crushed graham cracker crumbs, white sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Press firmly into a 9-inch springform pan and set aside.
- Beat softened cream cheese in another bowl until smooth. Gradually add confectioners' sugar, milk, and vanilla extract; mix until creamy. Fold in cool whip or sweetened whipped cream.
- Pour the filling over the prepared crust and spread evenly. Refrigerate for at least four hours or until set.
- For the raspberry topping, combine raspberries, white sugar, water, and optional lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook until raspberries break down slightly.
- Mix cornstarch with cold water to create a slurry and stir into the raspberry mixture until thickened. Let it cool before topping the cheesecake.
- Once set, slice and serve chilled.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg