Description
A creamy, luscious no-bake cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust topped with a fresh, sweet blueberry topping. Perfect for summer gatherings or anytime you want a cool, delicious dessert without turning on the oven!
Ingredients
For the crust:
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2 cups graham cracker crumbs
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½ cup unsalted butter, melted
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2 tablespoons sugar
For the cheesecake layer:
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24 oz (750 g / 3 packages) cream cheese, softened
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4 cups Cool Whip (1 L container)
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1¼ cups icing sugar (powdered sugar/confectioners sugar)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 teaspoon lemon juice
For the blueberry topping:
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3 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
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½ cup sugar
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1½ tablespoons cornstarch
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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½ cup water
Instructions
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Prepare crust:
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Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl.
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Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan or pie dish.
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Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
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Make cheesecake layer:
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In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
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Add icing sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice; mix well.
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Gently fold in Cool Whip until combined and fluffy.
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Spread evenly over the chilled crust. Return to refrigerator.
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Prepare blueberry topping:
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In a saucepan, combine blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and water.
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Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently until mixture thickens and becomes glossy (~5–7 minutes).
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Allow to cool to room temperature.
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Assemble and chill:
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Pour cooled blueberry topping over the cheesecake layer.
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Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
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Serve:
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Remove from refrigerator, slice, and enjoy!
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Notes
For a more tart flavor, add extra lemon juice to the topping.
Use fresh or frozen blueberries — if frozen, thaw before cooking.
Cheesecake keeps well refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake / Refrigerator
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: No Bake Cheesecake, Blueberry Cheesecake, Easy Dessert, Summer Dessert, No Bake