This Classic Strawberry Cheesecake is a creamy, no-bake dessert featuring a buttery cookie crust, smooth cream cheese filling infused with strawberry gelatin, and topped with fresh strawberries for a refreshing finish. Perfect for those who want a delightful, easy-to-make treat without using the oven.
Total Time:4 hours 25 minutes
Yield:8 servings
Ingredients
Crust
2 cups/10 oz crisp cookies of your choice (coconut cookies or honey graham crackers)
½ cup butter
Filling
1 cup powdered sugar
3 packages Philadelphia cream cheese (8 oz each)
1 cup heavy whipping cream
3 oz/85 g strawberry gelatin
Topping
1 ½ cups fresh strawberries (whole or diced)
Instructions
Crush Cookies: Place the cookies inside a plastic bag and crush them finely using a rolling pin until you achieve a crumbly texture.
Prepare Crust: Melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat, then stir in the crushed cookies until they are evenly coated. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of an 8-inch springform pan and refrigerate for about 20 minutes to set.
Make Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat together the powdered sugar, heavy whipping cream, and cream cheeses until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Mix Gelatin: Prepare the strawberry gelatin according to the package's instructions. Allow it to cool to room temperature, then gradually pour it into the cream cheese mixture, blending thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
Assemble Cheesecake: Spread the filling evenly over the chilled cookie crust. Arrange whole or diced strawberries on top according to your preference.
Chill: Refrigerate the assembled cheesecake for at least 4 hours or until the filling is fully set.
Serve: Remove from the refrigerator, slice, and serve chilled for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
For a firmer crust, you can bake the cookie crust at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes before refrigerating, though this step is optional.
If you prefer a sweeter filling, slightly increase the powdered sugar to 1¼ cups.
Use full-fat cream cheese and heavy whipping cream for the richest texture and flavor.
Substitute strawberry gelatin with raspberry or cherry gelatin for a different fruit twist.
Ensure the gelatin is completely cool before adding to prevent curdling or melting the cream cheese mixture.
For easier slicing, run a knife under hot water before each cut.
