This Philadelphia No Bake Cheesecake is a divine dessert to make for any occasion. It's sweet, creamy, and super simple to make. Plus, you don't have to turn on the oven and heat up the house to enjoy a slice of this homemade cheesecake.
Next time try the Chocolate Hershey Pie - another great, no-bake dessert!
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Why you'll love this recipe
✔️You only need a few simple ingredients to make this delicious dessert recipe.
✔️ Take this easy cheesecake recipe up a notch by topping it with your favorite toppings.
✔️ This easy recipe takes so much less time and effort than making a traditional cheesecake but still has a great flavor.
Ingredients
Please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for the exact measurements.
- cream cheese
- sour cream
- powdered sugar
- pure vanilla extract
- lemon zest
- sea salt
- Cool Whip
- Cherry Pie filing for topping
- pre-made graham cracker pie crust
Instructions
This is an overview of the instructions. For complete directions, scroll down to the bottom.
- Using a handheld mixer, beat the softened cream cheese until light and fluffy in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the sour cream, salt, lemon zest and powdered sugar. Beat again until fully incorporated, scraping down the sides of the bowl halfway through mixing.
- Fold in the cool whip topping. Be sure to scrape the bottom of the bowl as you fold it to mix all the ingredients.
- Spoon the cream cheese mixture into the prepared crust. Refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight.
- Top pie with canned cherry pie filling topping right before serving.
Equipment
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- large bowl
- hand mixer or stand mixer
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FAQ's
I personally prefer to use Philadelphia cream cheese because it seems to be the creamiest. However, you can use any brand of cream cheese that you prefer.
If your cheesecake is hard, that usually means that you overmixed it. Make sure to mix your ingredients until just combined for the best results.
No, you only need a store-bought graham cracker crust.
Deb's tips
- When making this decadent cheesecake make sure that you use room temperature cream cheese, so that it mixes well and gives you a creamy filling.
- I like to use a hand mixer for the cream cheese filling but you could also use your stand mixer.
- The size of this cheesecake is perfect for serving 6-8 people, if you need to feed more people feel free to make two.
- Don't skimp on the chill time this is important to ensure that the cheesecake sets correctly.
- Make sure that you use real cream cheese, the block style and not the whipped cream cheese.
Variations
- Instead of a classic graham cracker crust, if you want to change things up, use a chocolate cookie crust or a nut crust.
- The best part of this no bake vanilla cheesecake recipe is that you can switch out the toppings to suit your tastebuds. Use your favorite pie filling. Or this recipe for Cracker Barrel Fried Apples over the top would be fabulous!
- Make a chocolate ganache with chocolate chips and heavy whipping cream for an extra sweet treat.
- Feel free to make a homemade graham cracker crust, using an 8-inch pie plate.
Storage
Refrigerate - Store leftovers in the fridge wrapped tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil or in an airtight container for up to five days.
Freezer - You can also freeze this Philadelphia no-bake cheesecake recipe for up to three months. Just ensure it's covered well before storing it in the freezer. Thaw in the fridge overnight before serving.
More No Bake Desserts
- This No Bake Lemon Ice Box Pie is the perfect summer dessert when you a no bake recipe so you don't have to worry about heating up the house.
- White Chocolate Covered Strawberries - perfect for a special occasion or date night. This easy recipe is delicious!
- No-Bake Oreo Balls - with only three ingredients, these are a real trip and come together in a snap!
- This No Bake Pumpkin Pie is an easy dessert to make when craving all the fall flavors but don't want to turn on the oven.
- Chocolate Covered Cashews are always a popular treat!
Serve with
- If you are looking for delicious recipes to serve with this sweet treat, then look no further than these Easy Chicken Casserole recipes. There is a recipe in this list for everyone.
- These Steamed Brussel Sprouts are a great recipe for a healthy side dish with great flavor.
- This Crock Pot Chicken and Gravy is another simple main dish that pairs so well with perfect cheesecake.
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Philadelphia No Bake Cheesecake Recipe
Ingredients
- 8 ounce package cream cheese softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 8 ounce container Cool Whip
- Cherry Pie filing for topping
- 1 pre-made graham cracker pie shell
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Instructions
- Using a handheld mixer, beat the softened cream cheese until light and fluffy in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the sour cream, salt, lemon zest and powdered sugar. Beat again until fully incorporated, scraping down the sides of the bowl halfway through mixing.
- Fold in the cool whip topping. Be sure to scrape the bottom of the bowl as you fold it to mix all the ingredients.
- Spoon the cream cheese mixture into the prepared crust. Refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight.
- Top pie with canned cherry pie filling topping right before serving.
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