Description
A vibrant no-bake cheesecake featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy filling, and a medley of fresh or canned fruits—perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip)
- 3 cups assorted canned or fresh fruits (such as peaches, pineapples, grapes, cherries, and mandarin oranges), well-drained
- 1 tbsp unflavored gelatin (optional)
- 1/4 cup warm water (if using gelatin)
Instructions
- Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and press into the bottom of a springform pan. Refrigerate to set.
- Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Fold in whipped topping until fully combined.
- Gently stir in the drained fruits, being careful not to crush them.
- (Optional) Dissolve gelatin in warm water and mix into the filling for extra firmness.
- Pour the filling over the prepared crust and smooth the top.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or until set.
- Garnish with additional fruit before serving.
Notes
- Use flavored gelatin for a colorful twist.
- Add chopped nuts for a bit of crunch.
- Try different fruit combinations depending on the season.
- A chocolate cookie crust can be used for a richer base.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg