No-Bake Chocolate Cheesecake (Easy Creamy Dessert)
This No-Bake Chocolate Cheesecake is a rich and creamy dessert that requires no oven, making it perfect for quick, stress-free indulgence after busy holidays or anytime you crave a luscious chocolate treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Crust
- 200 g chocolate cookies, crushed
- 100 g butter, melted
Filling
- 400 g cream cheese
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Mix the crushed chocolate cookies with the melted butter until fully combined. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan or any desired pan. Chill the crust in the refrigerator for 20 minutes to allow it to set firmly.
- Make the chocolate filling: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract until the mixture is completely smooth and free of lumps. This creates a creamy, chocolatey base for the cheesecake.
- Whip and fold the cream: Whip the whipping cream until soft peaks form, then gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate cream cheese mixture. This step lightens the filling, making the cheesecake airy and smooth.
- Assemble and chill: Spread the chocolate filling evenly over the chilled cookie crust. Refrigerate the entire cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or until firm. For clean slices, use a warm knife when cutting.
Notes
- Using a warm knife to slice helps achieve clean, professional-looking pieces.
- For best texture, ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing.
- Chilling time can be extended overnight if desired for a firmer set.
- To make it nut-free, ensure the cookies and ingredients do not contain nuts.
- Optional toppings include chocolate shavings, fresh berries, or a dusting of cocoa powder.