No Bake Cheesecake With Cool Whip Prepped In 15 Minutes

This no bake cheesecake with Cool Whip is light, creamy, and loaded with cream cheese flavor! Not to mention, the buttery graham crust comes together quickly and sets up perfectly to hold all that creamy cheesecake deliciousness. Best of all, this no bake cheesecake is just as yummy as a baked cheesecake, but it's nearly effortless and done in half the time! Top it with fresh berries, chocolate drizzle, or whatever your heart desires.

The Best No Bake Cheesecake with Cool Whip

This no bake cheesecake with Cool Whip is the quickest and easiest way to get your cheesecake fix in!

Now, traditional baked cheesecakes are notoriously difficult to make. You need to be careful not to over-mix the batter, bake it at the perfect temperature - for just the right amount of time - and then let it cool slowly to avoid cracks.

Yeah, woof. That's a lot of work, hopin' and prayn' if you ask me.

Anyway, sometimes I just want to eat cheesecake without all the fuss. And that's where this no bake cheesecake with Cool Whip comes in!

This no bake cheesecake recipe is totally foolproof. No water baths, no cracking, and no waiting around for hours. You only have to mix, pour, and then let the no bake cheesecake chill.

How easy does that sound?!

What’s even better is that this cheesecake recipe is so light and fluffy, thanks to the addition of Cool Whip. It's seriously the secret ingredient to making a perfect no bake cheesecake every single time.

Oh, and this is such a versatile no bake recipe too. You can top this cheesecake with fresh berries for a light and refreshing finish or go all out with a chocolate ganache or caramel sauce.

Serve it up at your next family dinner or potluck, and get ready for the compliments to roll in.

By the way, if you love easy to make dessert recipes - like this one - you have to try this no bake chocolate pie or this no bake Oreo pie next!

Ingredients

Now, you only need seven ingredients to make this no bake cheesecake recipe. And they're all simple grocery store finds. That is if you don't have them on hand already.

Here's what you'll need for the prepared graham cracker crust:

• 1 ½ cups crushed graham crackers 
• ⅓ cup granulated sugar
• ¼ cup melted butter

And for the no bake cheesecake filling:

• Two 8-ounce packages of cream cheese (room temperature)
• ⅓ cup granulated sugar
• 8 ounces Cool Whip/whipped cream topping (thawed)
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

That's all you need!

Just a quick note on the cream cheese: Make sure you get the block cream cheese, not the spreadable kind for the no bake cheesecake filling. And you need the full fat kind, otherwise, your cheesecake won't set up as well.

By the way, if you're picking up cream cheese, you might as grab some extra so you can make this Biscoff cookie cheesecake or cream cheese fruit dip next!

Speaking of Biscoff cookies, you can actually use them in place of the graham crackers for a delicious change-up. Or you can use Oreos for a cookies & cream cheesecake. 

Now let's get to the fun part, making this delicious no bake cheesecake!

How to Make No Bake Cheesecake with Cool Whip

Now, this no bake cheesecake with Cool Whip recipe comes together in less than 20 minutes. After that, your fridge will do most of the work!

And as I've mentioned, this no bake cheesecake is simple to make.

So let's not waste another second and dive into the recipe!

Step 1: Prepare The Ingredients

First, you'll want to make sure that you use room temperature cream cheese. So you'll want to leave both packages of cream cheese out at room temperature for about 10 minutes before starting the recipe. This will help ensure a smooth texture later on.

And, of course, you'll also need to thaw the Cool Whip so that it's easy to mix. So take that out of the freezer as well.

Step 2: Make the crust

Now let's make the graham cracker crust.

First, crush the graham crackers in a food processor - or blender - or just pop them into a Ziplock and use a rolling pin to crush them into fine graham cracker crumbs.

Then, melt the butter and measure out your sugar, and add them to a large bowl with the graham cracker crumbs.

Now mix everything together until it combines.

Next, pour the mixture into a pie dish or cheesecake mold lined with parchment. Then, use a flat-bottomed glass - or the back of a spoon - to press the graham cracker crumbs into an even layer.

And make sure to get into all the nooks and crannies so that the crust is compacted. The tighter, the better! Then refrigerate the graham cracker crust for at least one hour.

Step 3: Make the cheesecake filling

Now let's make the no bake cheesecake filling.

In a large bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, vanilla extract, and sugar with an electric mixer until it's creamy and there are no lumps.

After the mixture is smooth, gently fold the Cool Whip into the cream cheese filling and mix until it's all evenly combined.

Step 4: Assemble the cheesecake

Now, once the filling is combined, spoon it on top of the prepared graham cracker crust and spread it into an even layer.

Then, cover the cheesecake with plastic wrap - or aluminum foil - and refrigerate for at least three hours, or overnight.

The longer you let it chill, the firmer it will become. So if you like a softer cheesecake, give it less time to set. And if you want a really firm one, give it a full night in the fridge.

Then, when you're ready to serve, top with fresh berries or your favorite toppings. I personally love a classic strawberry cheesecake, but feel free to get creative! Enjoy!

No Bake Cheesecake Topping Ideas

There are so many ways to top this delicious no bake cheesecake!

Here are a few delicious toppings to try:

• Strawberry compote
• Chocolate sauce
• Caramel sauce
• Whipped cream
• Crushed cookies
• Sprinkles
• Chopped nuts
• Lemon curd
• Fruit filling

You can also flavor the cheesecake filling itself. Just fold in a dollop of your favorite jam or a little melted chocolate. Or, you could even squeeze in some lemon or lime juice for a tart, citrusy flavor.

How to Store No Bake Cheesecake

This no bake cheesecake will make about 8 slices of this delicious dessert depending on how you cut it.

And, if you have any leftovers, you can store them either by covering the entire dish with plastic wrap or by transferring the slices of cheesecake individually to an airtight container. Stored like that you can keep the slices in the fridge for up to 5 days.

You can also freeze this no bake cheesecake! Just wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, then place it in a freezer-safe container. It will keep in the freezer for up to 2 months.

Then, when you're ready to eat, just thaw it in the fridge overnight.

Wrapping It Up

Well, that's how to make no bake cheesecake with cool whip!

It's such an easy, creamy, and delicious dessert that everyone will love. And it's great to make for the holidays, any celebration, or just a summertime get-together.

Anyway, I hope you enjoy this delicious no bake cheesecake recipe! With its simple ingredients and easy prep, it's sure to become a family favorite.

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