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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.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Course Dessert
Servings 8 slices
Calories 620 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Crust:

  • 2¼ 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

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the pan. Lightly grease a 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray and wipe with a paper towel.
  • Make the crust. Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until well coated, then press firmly into the bottom and sides of the pan.
  • Prepare the chocolate. Combine white chocolate with 2 tablespoons of cream and microwave at 50% power in 30-second intervals until melted.
  • Puree the raspberries. Blend raspberries until smooth. Strain through a mesh sieve to remove seeds if desired.
  • 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.
  • Beat cream cheese mixture. Mix cream cheese until completely smooth, add sugar, then blend in cooled white chocolate.
  • Combine components. Fold in whipped cream and lemon zest until mixture is completely smooth.
  • 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.
  • Chill thoroughly. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until completely set.
  • 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.