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No Bake Raspberry Swirl Cheesecake

No-Bake Raspberry Swirl Cheesecake

This creamy no-bake cheesecake features luscious swirls of fresh raspberry puree in a graham cracker crust. Perfect for summer gatherings when you need an impressive dessert without turning on the oven.
Prep Time 40 minutes
4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Calories: 620

Ingredients
  

For the Crust:
  • cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
For the Cheesecake Filling:
  • 6 ounces white chocolate bar, chopped
  • 3 ounces fresh raspberries
  • 1 cup + 3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream, divided
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • 16 ounces full-fat cream cheese, room temperature
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest about 1 lemon
For the Topping:
  • ¾ cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • ½ cup fresh raspberries for garnish

Method
 

  1. Prepare the pan. Lightly grease a 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray and wipe with a paper towel.
  2. Make the crust. Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until well coated, then press firmly into the bottom and sides of the pan.
  3. Prepare the chocolate. Combine white chocolate with 2 tablespoons of cream and microwave at 50% power in 30-second intervals until melted.
  4. Puree the raspberries. Blend raspberries until smooth. Strain through a mesh sieve to remove seeds if desired.
  5. Whip the cream. Chill the mixing bowl first, then beat the cream until soft peaks form. Add powdered sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
  6. Beat cream cheese mixture. Mix cream cheese until completely smooth, add sugar, then blend in cooled white chocolate.
  7. Combine components. Fold in whipped cream and lemon zest until mixture is completely smooth.
  8. Layer and swirl. Pour one-third of filling into crust, add raspberry puree, and swirl with knife. Repeat twice more with the remaining filling and puree.
  9. Chill thoroughly. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until completely set.
  10. Add toppings. Before serving, prepare additional whipped cream and pipe decoratively. Garnish with fresh raspberries.

Notes

  • Room temperature cream cheese is essential to prevent lumps in the filling.
  • Use chocolate bars instead of chips for smoother melting and better texture.
  • Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days for best freshness.
  • For clean slices, dip a knife in hot water and wipe dry between cuts.
  • Make up to 3 days ahead and add toppings just before serving.