Ingredients:
- 2 cups of graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup of melted unsalted butter
- 2 cups of cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup of powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- Your favorite toppings: fresh berries, chocolate sauce, caramel, etc.
Instructions:
1. Begin by preparing the crust. In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture firmly onto the bottom of a 9-inch round cake pan, forming the crust.
2. Place the pan with the crust in the refrigerator to chill while you work on the filling.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy using an electric mixer.
4. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese, continuing to mix until well blended.
5. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
6. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
7. Remove the crust from the refrigerator and pour the cream cheese filling over the crust, spreading it evenly.
8. Smooth the top of the cheesecake with a spatula and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the filling has set. Overnight chilling is recommended for the best results.
9. Once the cheesecake has set, carefully remove it from the cake pan by running a thin knife around the edges.
10. Transfer the cheesecake to a serving plate or cake stand.
11. Before serving, you can garnish the cheesecake with your favorite toppings such as fresh berries, chocolate sauce, caramel, or anything else you desire.
12. Slice your cheesecake into wedges and serve chilled.
Voila! You now have a delicious no-bake cheesecake ready to be enjoyed. The absence of a springform pan is no longer a limitation when it comes to making this delightful dessert at home. So, give this recipe a try and impress your family and friends with your homemade cheesecake skills!
*Note: If you plan to use a regular cake pan instead of a springform pan, make sure to line the bottom with parchment paper to make it easier to remove the cheesecake without damaging its shape.
Happy baking!