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No Bake Cake

This No Bake Cake is a creamy, delicious dessert that comes together without using an oven. With a buttery cookie crust, rich cream filling, and your favorite toppings, it's the perfect make-ahead dessert for birthdays, holidays, summer gatherings, or whenever you're craving an easy sweet treat.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
chill time 6 hours
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 391
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust

  • 2 cups crushed chocolate cookies or graham crackers
  • ½ cup melted unsalted butter
For the Filling
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
Optional Toppings
  • Chocolate shavings
  • Fresh strawberries
  • Oreo cookies
  • Whipped cream
  • Chocolate drizzle
  • Cookie crumbs
  • Fresh mint leaves

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Rubber spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Food processor (optional)
  • Offset spatula
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

  1. Crush the cookies into fine crumbs and mix with melted butter.
  2. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan.
  3. Refrigerate the crust while preparing the filling.
  4. Beat the cream cheese until smooth.
  5. Mix in powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
  6. In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  7. Fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined.
  8. Spread the filling evenly over the chilled crust.
  9. Smooth the top with a spatula.
  10. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight until fully set.
  11. Decorate with your favorite toppings before serving.
  12. Slice and enjoy chilled.

Notes

  • Chill overnight for the best texture.
  • Use full-fat cream cheese for a richer flavor.
  • Do not freeze before the cake has fully set.
  • Decorate just before serving for the freshest appearance
  • Refrigerator: Store covered for up to 5 days.
    Freezer: Freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.