No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake

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  • Prep Time

    13 mins

  • Cook Time

    13 mins

  • chill time

    2 hrs

  • Total Time

    2 hrs 20 mins

  • Servings

    12 slices

  • Calories

    426 kcal

  • Course

    Dessert

  • Cuisine

    American

No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake

My No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake is a dreamy summer dessert that's easy to whip up ~ this decadent scoop-able slab cheesecake disappears in a flash!!

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Ingredients

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crust

  • 18 sheets whole graham crackers (2 sleeves)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 6 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted

cheesecake

  • 16 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese whole fat or part skim
  • 1 cup confectioner's sugar
  • 4 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

topping

  • 1 pint strawberries
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp cornstarch dissolved in 1 teaspoon cold water
  • mint leaves for garnish, optional
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Instructions

  1. Add the crackers to a food processor, breaking them up as you add them. Add the sugar and salt. Pulse/process until they're finely ground. You can do this by hand with a large baggie and a rolling pin if you like, but they get more evenly ground in the processor.
  2. Toss the crumbs with the melted butter until they're evenly coated.
  3. Put a generous layer of crumbs in the bottom of your dish. DO NOT pack them down, just leave them as is. Note: This makes about 3 cups of crumbs, and you will not need all of them if you use an 8x11 dish. Reserve any extra for topping individual servings. Chill the crust while you make the filling.
  4. Wipe out the food processor and add the cream cheese, ricotta, sugar, and lemon juice. Process until everything is smooth. Scrape down the sides as necessary. While the machine is going, drizzle in the cream.
  5. Dollop the filling across the surface of the crumbs and then gently spread out evenly, trying not to disturb the layer of crumbs. Get the surface as flat and even as you can, using an offset spatula if you have one. Chill the cheesecake for at least a couple of hours, or overnight.
  6. Meanwhile make the topping. Divide the berries in half. Hull and finely chop one half and add to a saucepan with the sugar. Cook on medium heat until the berries release their juice and soften, this will take several minutes. Add the cornstarch slurry and stir until the sauce thickens; this should happen instantly. Cook for a minute more, stirring constantly. Chill the sauce before using.
  7. When ready to serve, top the cheesecake with the sauce, leaving some white areas around the edges. Top with the fresh berries, halved, sliced, or quartered, and a scattering of mint leaves, if using.
  8. Use a big spoon to serve into small bowls or cups. Be sure to keep the cheesecake chilled right up until you serve it for best flavor and texture. Keep any leftovers covered in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1 slice Calories 426kcal (21%) Carbohydrates 41g (14%) Protein 7g (14%) Fat 27g (42%) Saturated Fat 16g (80%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 7g Trans Fat 0.2g Cholesterol 75mg (25%) Sodium 327mg (14%) Potassium 186mg (5%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 27g (54%) Vitamin A 925IU (19%) Vitamin C 25mg (28%) Calcium 111mg (11%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12slices

Amount Per Serving

Calories 426 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1 slice
Calories 426kcal 21%
Carbohydrates 41g 14%
Protein 7g 14%
Fat 27g 42%
Saturated Fat 16g 80%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 7g 35%
Trans Fat 0.2g 10%
Cholesterol 75mg 25%
Sodium 327mg 14%
Potassium 186mg 4%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 27g 54%
Vitamin A 925IU 19%
Vitamin C 25mg 28%
Calcium 111mg 11%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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