Easy Cheesecake For Dummies Recipe

Conquer cheesecake like a pro with this ridiculously easy no-bake recipe! Perfect for beginner bakers, this crowd-pleasing dessert is a delicious alternative to birthday cake. Imagine creamy, dreamy cheesecake, ready in minutes, not hours! Customize it with your favorite toppings – berries, chocolate, caramel – or keep it classic and simple. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 40 mins

Calories 573 kcal

Protein 17g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Easy Cheesecake For Dummies

Graham Cracker Pie Crust
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
2 tablespoons sugar
All Purpose Flour
Vanilla
Eggs
Egg Yolk
Milk

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How to Make Easy Cheesecake For Dummies

Crush graham crackers into fine crumbs (about 1 ½ cups).
Combine graham cracker crumbs with 6 tablespoons melted butter and 2 tablespoons sugar. Mix well.
Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
In a large bowl, beat 1 (8 ounce) package of cream cheese until smooth.
Gradually beat in ¾ cup powdered sugar until smooth.
Beat in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whip 2 cups heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
Pour the cream cheese mixture over the graham cracker crust.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the cheesecake to set.
Before serving, release the cheesecake from the springform pan.
Garnish with your favorite toppings (fresh berries, chocolate shavings, caramel sauce) and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

157g

Fat

93g

Carbs

16g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Desserts Eggs Dairy Easy European Beginner Cook Dinner Party Holiday Event Cheesecake Cheese Eggs Inexpensive

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Easy Cheesecake For Dummies?

Easy Cheesecake For Dummies takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Easy Cheesecake For Dummies?

Easy Cheesecake For Dummies has approximately 573 calories per serving, with about 17 g protein, 16 g carbohydrates and 59 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Easy Cheesecake For Dummies?

The key ingredients for Easy Cheesecake For Dummies are Graham Cracker Pie Crust, Cream Cheese, Sugar, All Purpose Flour, Vanilla, Eggs. See the full list with measurements above.