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Creamy No-Bake Black Raspberry Cheesecake

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A creamy, tangy no-bake cheesecake with vibrant black raspberry swirls, perfect for a quick and impressive dessert without using the oven.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (150g) graham cracker crumbs
  • 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream, cold
  • ¾ cup (90g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups (225g) fresh black raspberries
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust (10 minutes): Crush the graham crackers using a food processor or rolling pin until fine crumbs form. Mix crumbs with melted butter and sugar until mixture feels like wet sand. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Chill in the fridge.
  2. Make the black raspberry swirl (15 minutes): Combine black raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir occasionally until thickened (~10 minutes). Remove from heat, strain through a fine sieve to remove seeds, and let cool completely.
  3. Prepare the cheesecake filling (15 minutes): Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract. In a separate chilled bowl, whip heavy cream to soft peaks. Gently fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture.
  4. Assemble the cheesecake (10 minutes): Pour half the filling over the crust. Spoon half the raspberry puree in dollops and swirl gently with a knife or skewer. Repeat with remaining filling and puree.
  5. Chill and set (at least 4 hours or overnight): Cover and refrigerate until firm and flavors meld.

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is softened but not melting to avoid lumps. Whip cream to soft peaks for best texture. Swirl raspberry puree gently to keep vibrant streaks. Chill cheesecake overnight for best set and flavor. Use frozen raspberries thawed and drained if fresh are unavailable.

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