Strawberry NO BAKE Cheesecake

Strawberry NO BAKE Cheesecake

Here’s ya another awesome NO BAKE, Strawberry Cheesecake.  Have I said before how much I love NO BAKE cheesecakes?  If not, here I go again.  I love.love.love NO BAKE cheesecakes more than any other cheesecake, or dessert for that matter.  I’ve even let it surpass my favorite of all time Apple Pie. I know, what am I thinking?  But these babies are so easy, don’t heat up your kitchen and taste AMAZING! Winner!

They’re great for summer.  Take one to your next gathering and be the rock star of the show.  I haven’t had one yet that no one liked.  In fact, all of them have ROCKED!

My Mom was in town visiting and she asked how come I never make these cheesecakes when she is around.  She sees me post them all over social media, but never gets any of it. I asked her what her favorite one would be and it just so happens she chose Strawberry and I haven’t made a strawberry one yet.   Lucky her!

If you don’t like strawberry…try some of these NO BAKE cheesecakes listed below.

Fun Facts About No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake

No bake cheesecakes are a little bit of kitchen magic. Instead of using eggs and oven heat to set the filling, they rely on cold cream cheese, whipped ingredients, and plenty of chill time. That means the refrigerator does most of the work for you. It also means no cracked top, no water bath, and no heating up the kitchen when the weather is already hot enough to make everyone cranky.

Strawberries are especially perfect in a chilled cheesecake because they bring that sweet-tart berry flavor that keeps the dessert from feeling too heavy. They also make the whole thing look pretty without you having to be a professional decorator. Slice a few berries, pile them on top, and boom, dessert looks like it came from a bakery case.

Another fun thing about no bake cheesecake is how flexible it is. You can make it in a springform pan for that classic cheesecake look, press it into a square pan and cut it into bars, or layer the crust, filling, and strawberries in little jars for individual desserts. Same flavor, totally different presentation. Love that!

Tips and Tricks

• Use softened cream cheese. Cold cream cheese can leave lumps in the filling, so let it sit out until it is soft enough to mix smoothly.
• Give it enough chill time. A no bake cheesecake needs time in the fridge to firm up. Overnight is even better if you can make it ahead.
• Pat strawberries dry. Fresh strawberries can release extra juice, and too much moisture can make the top messy or soft.
• Press the crust firmly. Use the bottom of a measuring cup or glass to pack the crust down so it slices better later.
• Use a sharp knife for clean slices. Wipe the knife between cuts if you want pretty pieces for company.

If your cheesecake seems a little soft, don’t panic right away. It may just need more time to chill. No bake cheesecakes are not instant desserts, even though they are easy desserts. Mix it, chill it, walk away, and let that refrigerator earn its keep.

Serving Suggestions

This Strawberry Cheesecake is perfect for summer cookouts, family dinners, church potlucks, birthday parties, baby showers, or any day when you need a dessert that looks like you tried really hard but didn’t actually have to stand over a hot oven. Serve it cold, right from the fridge, with extra strawberries on top or on the side.

You can dress up each slice with whipped cream, strawberry sauce, chocolate drizzle, crushed graham crackers, lemon zest, mini chocolate chips, or even a scoop of vanilla ice cream if you are feeling extra. If you are taking it somewhere, keep it chilled until right before serving so it stays firm, creamy, and beautiful.

For individual servings, spoon the crust into small cups or jars, add the cheesecake filling, then top each one with strawberries. These are great for parties because people can just grab one and go. No slicing, no plates sliding around, no one asking where the knife went. Winner!

Storage Tips

Keep leftover cheesecake covered in the refrigerator. A cake carrier, plastic wrap, or an airtight container will help keep it fresh and prevent it from picking up fridge smells. If you know you will have leftovers, it is best to add delicate toppings, whipped cream, or extra berries right before serving instead of storing them on top for days.

For longer storage, individual slices can be wrapped tightly and frozen. Freeze them on a tray first if you want neat slices, then wrap and store them in a freezer-safe bag or container. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving. The texture may be slightly softer after freezing, but it is still a handy trick when you want dessert ready for another day.

One more little tip: if you are making this for an event, make it the day before. Not only does that save you stress on party day, but the cheesecake has more time to set up and the flavors have more time to settle together. Easy dessert plus less stress? Yes, please.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake – NO BAKE

Green Mint Chocolate Chip NO BAKE Cheesecake

Apple NO BAKE Cheesecake – My absolute FAV!

White Chocolate Coconut Cream Cheesecake – NO BAKE **This one is made with circus animal cookies for the crust

Oranges and Cream Cheesecake – NO BAKE *This one feeds a crowd

ITEMS/INGREDIENTS USED IN RECIPE – If you are interested in any of the items I may have used (or are similar to the items I used) in making this recipe, I have listed some of them below.  NOTE:  These links are affiliate links of which I receive a small commission from the sale of certain item. This does not affect your price, it remains the same.

• Springform Pan
• Mixing Bowls
• Stand Mixer
• Hand Mixer

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~Bobbi

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Strawberry NO BAKE Cheesecake

Strawberry NO BAKE Cheesecake. Don’t want to heat up the kitchen? Make a NO BAKE cheesecake. These are cold, light and fluffy…perfect!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Chill 4 hours hours

Total Time 4 hours hours 20 minutes minutes

Servings 12 Slices

Calories 161kcal

Equipment

• Springform Pan
• Stand Mixer/Hand Mixer

Ingredients

• 2 Cup Graham Crackers, crushed
• 6 Tbsp butter, melted
• 1/4 Cup Sugar
• 1 Can (21 oz) Strawberry Pie Filling
• 2 Pkg (8oz) Cream Cheese, Softened
• 8 oz Cool Whip
• 6 Strawberries, sliced Optional

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Instructions

• Mix graham crackers, butter and sugar in a bowl. Press down into springform pan or deep pie dish to create the crust.
  
• Add remaining ingredients, except the cool whip, in a bowl or stand mixer.
  
• Blend well.
  
• Fold in the cool whip.
  
• Spoon into the pan/dish. Pat down as well as possible. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours to overnight. I personally prefer overnight.
  
• When cheesecake has set, remove outer ring, if using the springform pan. Add sliced strawberries on top, if desired. Serve.
  

Notes

ITEMS/INGREDIENTS USED IN RECIPE – If you are interested in any of the items I may have used (or are similar to the items I used) in making this recipe, I have listed all or some of them above within the post.  NOTE:  These links are affiliate links of which I receive a small commission from the sale of certain item. This does not affect your price, it remains the same.

Nutrition

Calories: 161kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 164mg | Potassium: 56mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 211IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 1mg