Description
This No-Bake Summer Berry and Peach Cheesecake is a refreshing and easy-to-make dessert combining the vibrant flavors of summer fruits and a creamy cheesecake filling. It’s perfect for hot summer days when you don’t want to turn on the oven.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup melted butter
16 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1 cup fresh peaches, diced
1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
2 tablespoons honey (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter together until well combined. Press this mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust. Chill in the fridge while you prepare the filling.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then fold it gently into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined.
- Spoon the cream cheese mixture over the graham cracker crust and smooth the top with a spatula. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until fully set.
- Meanwhile, prepare the fruit topping by tossing the diced peaches and mixed berries together in a bowl. Drizzle with honey if desired for extra sweetness.
- Once the cheesecake has set, remove it from the fridge and top with the fresh fruit mixture just before serving.
Notes
- Crust Alternatives: Use gluten-free graham crackers or a nut-based crust for a gluten-free version.
- Fruit Toppings: Experiment with different fruits such as mangoes, strawberries, or blackberries.
- Flavor Twist: Add lemon zest or juice to the cream cheese mixture for a citrusy kick.
- Dairy-Free: Swap the cream cheese and heavy cream for dairy-free alternatives like coconut cream or plant-based cream cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg