Description
This Simple No-Bake Blueberry Cheesecake Delight is a creamy, luscious dessert perfect for warm days when you want a decadent treat without turning on the oven. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, smooth and tangy cream cheese filling, and a sweet, homemade blueberry topping, it’s a crowd-pleaser that comes together quickly and requires no baking—just chilling.
Ingredients
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For the Crust
- 1.5 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs (can crush whole graham crackers or use pre-made crumbs)
- 0.33 cup Unsalted Butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling
- 16 ounces Cream Cheese, softened and at room temperature
- 0.75 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream, whipped until stiff peaks form
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice (juice of half a lemon)
For the Blueberry Topping
- 2 cups Fresh Blueberries (can substitute with thawed frozen blueberries)
- 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted unsalted butter, stirring until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- Form the crust: Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to create an even layer.
- Chill the crust: Refrigerate the crust while you prepare the cheesecake filling to help it set.
- Beat the cream cheese: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy using an electric mixer or hand whisk.
- Add sugar and lemon juice: Add the granulated sugar and lemon juice to the cream cheese and beat until the mixture is light, fluffy, and well combined.
- Whip the heavy cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, ensuring it’s firm but not overwhipped.
- Fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula to maintain the airy texture.
- Assemble the cheesecake: Pour the cheesecake filling into the chilled crust and smooth the top evenly with a spatula.
- Chill the cheesecake: Cover and refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow it to set properly.
- Cook the blueberry topping: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the blueberries and sugar. Cook for about 5 minutes until the berries release their juices and the topping thickens slightly.
- Cool the blueberry topping: Let the cooked blueberry mixture cool slightly at room temperature before adding it to the cheesecake.
- Add topping and slice: Pour the cooled blueberry topping over the chilled cheesecake. Carefully remove the sides of the springform pan and slice the cheesecake into wedges.
- Serve: Serve chilled and garnish with additional fresh blueberries if desired for extra color and flavor.
Notes
- This cheesecake requires refrigeration time to set properly—plan for at least 4 hours or overnight chilling.
- You can substitute frozen blueberries for fresh ones; just thaw them before use.
- Use full-fat cream cheese and heavy cream for the best creamy texture.
- If you prefer a sweeter topping, adjust the sugar in the blueberry mixture to taste.
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature to avoid lumps in the filling.
