NO-BAKE CHEESECAKE

No Bake Chocolate Cheesecake

A crisp chocolate-cookie crust and a rich, airy chocolate cream-cheese filling.

No-Bake Chocolate Cheesecake has a crisp chocolate-cookie crust and a rich, airy chocolate cream-cheese filling. The full chilling time is part of the method, allowing the layers or filling to hold cleanly.

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Prep Time25 mins
Cook Time0 mins
Total Time6 hrs 25 mins
Servings10
DifficultyEasy

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Ingredients

For the Crust

  • 24 chocolate sandwich cookies
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

For the Filling

  • 12 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
  • 24 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups cold heavy cream

For Serving

  • Chocolate curls
  • Whipped cream, optional

Substitutions

  • When making No-Bake Chocolate Cheesecake, use a firm dairy-free cream cheese; soft tub-style spreads may not set as firmly.
  • Use gluten-free chocolate cookies or graham crackers for the crust.

Instructions

Step 1: Make the crust

Crush cookies finely, mix with melted butter, and press firmly into a 9-inch springform pan. Chill while making the filling.

Make the crust for No Bake Chocolate Cheesecake

Step 2: Melt the chocolate

Melt chocolate gently in the microwave in 20-second bursts. Cool until just barely warm.

Step 3: Make the base

Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt until completely smooth. Beat in the cooled chocolate.

Make the base for No Bake Chocolate Cheesecake

Step 4: Whip and fold

Whip heavy cream to stiff peaks. Fold it into the chocolate mixture in three additions.

Whip and fold for No Bake Chocolate Cheesecake

Step 5: Chill

Spread over the crust, cover, and refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight. Add chocolate curls before slicing.

Finished No-Bake Chocolate Cheesecake ready to serve

How to Store Leftovers

Cover No-Bake Chocolate Cheesecake and refrigerate it. Keep crumbs, cookies, nuts, or fresh fruit separate when possible, and use the assembled dessert within 3 days.

Serving Ideas

  • Fresh berries
  • Coffee or tea
  • Whipped cream
  • Chocolate curls

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Layering warm components.
  • Shortening the chilling time.

Nutrition Information

Nutrient Per Serving
Calories 590
Protein 8g
Carbohydrates 48g
Fat 42g
Sugar 36g

Nutrition is an estimate and can vary with brands, portion size, and substitutions.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know No-Bake Chocolate Cheesecake is set?

Give it the full chilling time and confirm the filling holds its shape. Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt until completely smooth.

Can No-Bake Chocolate Cheesecake be prepared ahead?

Yes. Prepare No-Bake Chocolate Cheesecake ahead and complete its chilling, setting, or resting time; keep crisp or fresh toppings separate.

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Written and edited by the FreshFork Recipes Team.

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