No-Bake Blueberry Cheesecake
This No-Bake Blueberry Cheesecake is quick to whip up, deliciously creamy, and bursting with fresh blueberry flavor. Perfect for warm summer days or cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Crust
- 1.5 cups 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 0.5 cups ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 0.25 cups ¼ cup granulated sugar
Cheesecake Filling
- 16 oz 16 oz cream cheese, softened Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature for easy mixing.
- 1 cups 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cups 1 cup heavy whipping cream Whip until soft peaks form.
- 1 tsp 1 tsp vanilla extract
Blueberry Topping
- 2 cups 2 cups fresh blueberries Fresh blueberries work best for this topping.
- 0.25 cups ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp 1 tbsp lemon juice Adds brightness to the topping.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Stir until everything is well mixed and resembles wet sand. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch round springform pan. Pop it into the fridge for about 15 minutes to firm up.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy (about 2-3 minutes). Gradually add in the powdered sugar and keep mixing until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture carefully. Finally, add in the vanilla extract, and mix gently until everything is smooth and well combined.
- Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over your chilled graham cracker crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Cover it with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight).
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the fresh blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir gently and let it simmer for about 5-7 minutes until the blueberries burst and the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and let it cool completely.
Serving
- Once your cheesecake has set, remove it from the springform pan. Top it with the cooled blueberry mixture right before serving. Slice it up and serve.
Notes
Feel free to customize! If blueberries aren’t your thing, try raspberries or strawberries as alternatives. For dairy-free options, use vegan cream cheese and coconut whipping cream.