No-bake Strawberry Cheesecake
If you’re craving a creamy, fruity dessert that doesn’t require turning on the oven, this No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake is your answer!
It’s the ultimate make-ahead treat that’s perfect for summer cookouts, spring brunches, and even holiday parties.
With a buttery graham cracker crust, rich cream cheese filling, and juicy strawberry topping, this dessert is a crowd favorite every single time.
I usually make my classic baked Cheesecake, but this time I wanted to try something easier with no baking involved since it was 85° outside.
This recipe came together after reading through several no-bake cheesecake recipes and then improvising with the ingredients I already had on hand in my kitchen.
Everyone that tried it absolutely loved it and believe me, they would tell me if they didn’t like it.
I almost didn’t share this recipe because a couple of the photos looked oddly fake—even though they’re not—but the cheesecake turned out too delicious not to post.
Why You’ll Love This No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake
- No oven required – Perfect for hot days!
- Quick to prep – Just 15 minutes of hands-on time.
- Make ahead friendly – Chill it the night before and it’s ready when you are.
- Creamy, dreamy texture – Thanks to the whipped evaporated milk and cream cheese combo.
- Beautiful presentation – Top it with fresh berries or strawberry sauce!
This No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake is proof that an impressive dessert doesn’t have to be complicated.
Whether you’re hosting a summer gathering or just craving something sweet and simple, this cheesecake delivers every time.
Sweet strawberries, velvety filling, and a buttery crust—it’s love at first bite.
What is No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake?
No-bake Strawberry Cheesecake is a creamy, chilled dessert made without using an oven.
It combines a sweet graham cracker or cookie crust with a smooth, tangy cheesecake filling and a strawberry topping.
The filling typically sets in the refrigerator instead of being baked, making it an easy, cool treat—especially popular during spring and summer.
Ingredients
Cheesecake
- Strawberry flavored Jell-o
- Boiling water
- Cream cheese, softened
- Granulated sugar
- Vanilla extract
- Evaporated milk, cold
- Fresh strawberries for garnish (optional)
Graham Cracker Crust
- Graham crackers, finely ground
- Butter, melted
- Granulated sugar
How to make No-bake Strawberry Cheesecake
In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until evenly moistened.
Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
Chill in the refrigerator while you prepare the filling.
Dissolve the strawberry gelatin in boiling water, then chill in the fridge for about 20 minutes until it’s thick but not fully set.
Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract together in a bowl until smooth.
In a separate bowl, beat the evaporated milk with an electric mixer until it’s thick and fluffy.
Slowly add the strawberry gelatin while mixing.
Then gently fold in the cream cheese mixture to make the cheesecake filling.
Pour cheesecake filling into crust.
Refrigerate until cake is set, at least 4 hours.
Once fully set, release the cheesecake from the springform pan.
Top with whole fresh berries.
Slice and enjoy every creamy, fruity bite!
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No-bake Strawberry Cheesecake
Equipment
Ingredients
Cheesecake
- 1 -6 ounce package strawberry-flavored Jell-O®
- 1 cup boiling water
- 2 -8 ounce package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 -5 ounce can cold evaporated milk
- Fresh strawberries for garnish (optional)
Graham Cracker Crust
- 1½ cup finely ground graham crackers
- 3 tablespoons butter melted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until evenly moistened.
- Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Chill in the refrigerator while you prepare the filling.
- Dissolve the strawberry gelatin in boiling water, then chill in the fridge for about 20 minutes until it’s thick but not fully set.
- Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract together in a bowl until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, beat the evaporated milk with an electric mixer until it’s thick and fluffy.
- Slowly add the strawberry gelatin while mixing.
- Then gently fold in the cream cheese mixture to make the cheesecake filling.
- Pour cheesecake filling into crust.
- Refrigerate until cake is set, at least 4 hours.
- Once fully set, release the cheesecake from the springform pan.
- Top with whole fresh berries.
- Slice and enjoy every creamy, fruity bite!
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