No-Bake Cranberry Cheesecake
This No-Bake Cranberry Cheesecake combines a creamy cheesecake filling with a tart cranberry topping on a buttery graham cracker crust. An easy and festive dessert for any holiday table!
Equipment
- 9-inch springform pan
- Mixing bowls
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
- Spatula
- Saucepan
Ingredients
- Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter melted
- Filling:
- 16 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- Cranberry Topping:
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup sugar
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Fold into the cream cheese mixture.
- Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top with a spatula. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
- For the topping, combine cranberries, orange juice, and sugar in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat until cranberries burst and the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes. Cool completely.
- Spread the cranberry topping over the cheesecake before serving.
Notes
Notes
Nutrition Calculation (per slice, makes 8)
Calories: 380
Protein: 5 g
Carbohydrates: 30 g
Fat: 28 g
Fiber: 1 g Allergy Substitutions
Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free graham crackers for the crust.
Dairy-Free: Use a vegan cream cheese and coconut cream alternative. Benefits for Menstrual Cycle
Cranberries support antioxidant needs, and the healthy fats in the filling help stabilize energy levels. Benefits for Menopause
The tart cranberries provide urinary tract support, while the creamy filling offers indulgence without excessive sugar.
Calories: 380
Protein: 5 g
Carbohydrates: 30 g
Fat: 28 g
Fiber: 1 g Allergy Substitutions
Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free graham crackers for the crust.
Dairy-Free: Use a vegan cream cheese and coconut cream alternative. Benefits for Menstrual Cycle
Cranberries support antioxidant needs, and the healthy fats in the filling help stabilize energy levels. Benefits for Menopause
The tart cranberries provide urinary tract support, while the creamy filling offers indulgence without excessive sugar.