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No-Bake Cheesecake

This No-Bake Cheesecake delivers creamy indulgence with zero drama: a crunchy street-market crust, a silky lemon-kissed filling, and nostalgic comfort that pairs perfectly with coffee stalls and late-night promenades.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 9 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 1/4 cups finely crushed graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons butter, melted
Filling
  • 12 ounces very soft cream cheese Soften the cream cheese at room temperature for best results.
  • 2 cups cold milk
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 package Jell-O Instant Lemon Pudding & Pie Filling
Optional Garnishes
  • whipped cream
  • fresh berries
  • canned fruit pie filling
  • chocolate curls

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup of sugar, and melted butter. Line the bottom and sides of an 8x8 inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Press the crumb mixture into a firm, even layer at the bottom of the pan and put it in the fridge.
Filling
  1. Blend the very soft cream cheese with a hand or stand mixer on high speed until creamy.
  2. Add in 1/2 cup of the cold milk and blend until combined.
  3. Pour in the remaining milk, 2 tablespoons of sugar, vanilla, and pudding mix, and beat together for two minutes, scraping the bowl as needed.
  4. Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust and smooth it out with a spatula.
  5. Cover with plastic wrap and chill for at least two hours until set.
Serving
  1. Lift the cheesecake from the pan using the parchment ends, cut into 9 slices, and serve with optional garnishes.

Notes

Keep the cheesecake wrapped in plastic or in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze individual slices on a tray until solid, then bag them for up to 1 month; thaw in the fridge before serving. For variations, use instant vanilla or banana pudding, or add a tablespoon of limoncello or Amaretto for a boozy twist.