Description
This delightful No-Bake Berry Cheesecake is a quick and easy dessert recipe that combines the creaminess of cheesecake with the freshness of mixed berries. Perfect for summer gatherings or anytime you want a no-fuss, impressive dessert, this cheesecake offers a luscious, airy texture with bursts of berry flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
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Crust
- 2 cups Low Fat Graham Cracker Crumbs
- 6 Tbsp. Butter, melted
- 3 Tbsp. Sugar
Cheesecake Filling
- 4 Pkg. (8 oz. each) Philadelphia 1/3 Less Fat Cream Cheese (Neufchatel), softened
- 1 cup Sugar
- 3 cups Fresh Berries (blackberries, raspberries, blueberries, and chopped strawberries)
- 1 Tub (8 oz.) Cool Whip, thawed
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 3 tablespoons of sugar. Mix until evenly coated, then press the mixture firmly onto the bottom of a nonstick 9ร13-inch pan to form the base. Place the pan in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the filling. - Make the Cheesecake Filling
Using a large bowl and an electric mixer, beat the softened Philadelphia 1/3 Less Fat Cream Cheese (Neufchatel) and 1 cup of sugar on medium speed until smooth and well-blended. Add the fresh berries to the mixture and switch to low-speed mixing, just until the berries are evenly dispersed. Gently fold in the thawed Cool Whip with a whisk or spatula until fully combined. - Assemble the Cheesecake
Pour the cheesecake filling evenly over the prepared crust, smoothing out the top with a spatula. - Chill & Serve
Refrigerate the assembled cheesecake for at least 4 hours or until fully set and firm. Once chilled, cut into squares and serve.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh, ripe berries. Frozen berries can add excess moisture and may affect the texture of the cheesecake.
- You can substitute Cool Whip with whipped heavy cream if preferred.
- A springform pan can be used instead of a 9ร13 pan for a more traditional cheesecake presentation.
- For extra flavor, drizzle the cheesecake slices with a berry sauce or chocolate syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg