No bake recipes are the best! Especially when you don't feel like opening the oven during the hot summer days. Or when you do not have electricity, that so happens in our Town sometimes. This no bake strawberry is my second no bake cheesecake. You can check out my Avocado Cheesecake that was so delicious it did not even last 2 days!

INGREDIENTS

COOKIE CRUST
2 Cups Graham Crackers/Digestive Biscuits
2 Tablespoons Granulated Sugar
1/2 Cup Melted Butter

CHEESE CAKE FILLING
2 Pack Cream Cheese
31/4 Cups Sugar
1 1/4 Cup Strawberries
1 Cup Whipping/Heavy Cream

METHOD

Blend your biscuits or pound with hand until it resembles breadcrumbs

Add icing sugar

Add the melted butter

Mix until all ingredients are well combined. Pour crust mixture into baking pan, press to flatten surface, then refrigerate 30-45 minutes

As crust is setting, add cream cheese to medium bowl

Add icing sugar

Use electric beater to cream the sugar and cream cheese

Beat until mixture is creamy set aside

Add into blender chopped strawberries and 1 teaspoon icing sugar

Blend until mixture is syrupy

Add strawberry syrup into cream cheese mixture

Whisk to combine set aside

In different bowl add whipping cream

Whip until you get soft peaks

Add whipped cream into strawberry mixture

Gently fold until mixture is well combined

Rich and creamy

Pour cheese cake filling into the crust

Use spatula to smoothen the surface

Refrigerate the strawberry cream cheese overnight to completely set

NO BAKE STRAWBERRY CHEESECAKE

Recipe by Mulunga Alukwe

Prep time: 15 Minutes
Cook time: 8 Hours
Total time: 8 Hours 15 Minutes
Yield: 8 Servings
Ingredients

COOKIE CRUST
2 Cups Graham Crackers/Digestive Biscuits
2 Tablespoons Granulated Sugar
1/2 Cup Melted Butter
2 Pack Cream Cheese
31/4 Cups Sugar
1 1/4 Cup Strawberries
1 Cup Whipping/Heavy Cream

Cooking Directions

Blend your biscuits or pound with hand until it resembles breadcrumbs. Add icing sugar, melted butter. Mix until all ingredients are well combined. Pour crust mixture into baking pan, press to flatten surface, then refrigerate 30-45 minutes
As crust is setting, add cream cheese to medium bowl. Add icing sugar, use electric beater to cream the sugar and cream cheese. Beat until mixture is creamy set aside. Add into blender chopped strawberries and 1 teaspoon icing sugar. Blend until mixture is syrupy. Add strawberry syrup into cream cheese mixture. Whisk to combine set aside
In different bowl add whipping cream. Whip until you get soft peaks. Add whipped cream into strawberry mixture. Gently fold until mixture is well combined
Pour cheese cake filling into the crust. Use spatula to smoothen the surface. Refrigerate the strawberry cream cheese overnight to completely set

No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is a no-bake strawberry cheesecake?

It’s a chilled dessert made with a cookie or graham cracker crust, a creamy cheesecake filling (no eggs), and topped with fresh strawberries or strawberry sauce—no oven required.

2. How does it set without baking?

The filling sets through refrigeration, usually with the help of:

Whipped cream (adds volume and stability)
Gelatin (optional, for firmer texture)
Cream cheese and sugar (which firm up when chilled)

3. How long does it take to set?

At least 4–6 hours in the fridge, preferably overnight for best results.

4. Can I use frozen strawberries?

Yes—for the topping or sauce. But for the garnish or layering, fresh strawberries work best for texture and appearance.

5. What’s the difference from baked cheesecake?

Texture: Lighter, more mousse-like
Flavor: Fresher and tangier, especially with fruit
Ease: No oven, eggs, or water bath needed

Nutrition Card – Approx. per slice (1/8 of 9” cheesecake)

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value (DV)	Notes
Calories	280–360 kcal	—	Varies by crust and cream ratio
Carbohydrates	22–35 g	8–12%	Mostly from crust and sugar
Sugars	16–25 g	—	Includes natural and added sugars
Fat	18–28 g	25–40%	Cream cheese and whipped cream
Saturated Fat	10–16 g	50–80%	High due to dairy ingredients
Protein	3–6 g	—	From cream cheese and dairy
Fiber	<1 g	—	Low unless using oat or nut crust
Sodium	180–300 mg	8–13%	From cheese and crust
Calcium	6–10% DV	—	Source of dairy calcium

📌 Nutrition Notes:

Rich and indulgent dessert—ideal for occasional treats
Can be made lighter with reduced-fat cream cheese and Greek yogurt
Use fresh strawberries to boost vitamin C and freshness

Dietary Compatibility & Customization Options

Diet Type	Compatible?	Suggestions
Vegetarian	✅ Yes	Ensure gelatin is vegetarian or use agar
Vegan	❌ No (with dairy)	Use vegan cream cheese, coconut cream, and agar
Gluten-Free	⚠️ With GF crust	Use GF graham crackers or almond crust
Dairy-Free	❌ No	Use plant-based alternatives
Nut-Free	✅ Yes	Avoid nut-based crusts
Low-Carb/Keto	❌ No (standard)	Make with almond flour crust + erythritol
Halal/Kosher	✅ Yes (if compliant)	Ensure dairy and gelatin are certified

Customization Ideas:

Swap crust for digestive biscuits, Biscoff, or oreo base
Add a lemon zest boost to the filling for tartness
Create a swirl effect with strawberry purée
Top with chilled strawberry compote or gel glaze for shine

Please note that these values are estimates and can vary based on specific ingredients and portion sizes used. For precise nutritional information, consider using a nutrition calculator with exact ingredient measurements.

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