no bake cheesecake recipe

No bake cheesecake is the perfect dessert for those who have little time to devote to baking in the kitchen. The no bake cheesecake recipe is gaining popularity due to it's easy preparation and convenience while still tasting great. During the spring and summer, this recipe needs absolutely no baking, which keeps the kitchen nice and cool.

This dessert is actually quite similar to that all time favorite jiggling gelatin. In less than an hour this recipe produces a beautifully decadent cheesecake that no one will know it was not baked. To prepare a no bake cheesecake a sturdy crust of graham cracker crumbs, cream cheese, milk, whipped cream, and sugar is needed. Once all ingredients are incorporated, put the mixture into the graham cracker pie crust and place in the fridge to set. Also, fresh berries, chocolate syrup, or canned pie filling can be used as a topping to finish off the dessert.

When making a homemade crust for the no bake cheesecake recipe, the consistency is important. It needs to be just right or the crust will not hold together. Take graham crackers and crush them well, then mix with sugar and butter or margarine. Most crusts will require baking, however this only takes 5 to 8 minutes. Once the crust is completely cooled the filling can be added.

Several tips to consider when making a no bake cheesecake, is not over beating the filling and making sure to let the cheesecake set up completely. When blending the cream cheese and other ingredients it is best to add them slowly one at a time, mixing at a low speed. When chilling this dessert, one can put it in the freezer to set more rapidly, however do not let the cake become frozen. As for putting the cheesecake in the refrigerator, make sure that it is firm and very cold before serving.

Cheesecake is such a splendid dessert to serve for any occasion. Also, since it can be topped with so many different things, a personal touch can easily be added. For holidays and special functions try adding flavorings like cinnamon, vanilla, or lemon to the filling.

NoBakeCheesecakeRecipe.com presents an enticing collection of recipes for creating delicious melt in your mouth cheesecake desserts that require no baking. Start with crusts made from from crushed crackers or cookies, or shortcrust pasty dough and layer with an unlimited variety of delicious and visually appealing fillings, toppings and glazes.


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No Bake Cheesecake Recipe

Ingredients -
1-1/2 cups Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
1 (8 ounces) package Cream Cheese, softened
1 (3 ounces) package Cream Cheese, softened
1/2 cup Sugar
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) Butter or Margarine, softened
2 cups Frozen Non-Dairy Whipped Topping, thawed
1 packaged Graham Cracker Crumb Crust (6 ounces)
Preparation:

Place chocolate chips in small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave at HIGH (100%) 1 minute; stir. If necessary, microwave at HIGH an additional 15 seconds at a time, stirring after each heating, just until chips are melted when stirred. Set aside to cool.

Beat cream cheese, sugar and butter in large bowl on medium speed of mixer until creamy. Gradually add melted chips, beating on low speed until blended. Fold in whipped topping until blended; spoon into crust.

Refrigerate until firm. Garnish as desired.

 
 
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