No-Bake Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe (2024)

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When it gets too hot to bake my No-Bake Creamy Chocolate Cheesecake is just what you need to turn a weeknight into a special occasion, It’s also perfect for regularly scheduled special occasions too!

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This is one of the creamiest cheesecakes I’ve ever tasted….sigh. The rich chocolate flavor takes this cheesecake over the top, and the raspberries add just the right amount of tart and color to the dessert.

If you love decadent no-bake desserts make sure to try my Turtle Pie recipe.

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What ingredients do I need to make a no-bake chocolate cheesecake?

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Let’s start by gathering the ingredients we need to make my No-Bake Chocolate Cheesecake. In Chef Speak this is called the “Mise en Place” which translates to “Everything in its Place”.

Not only does setting your ingredients up ahead of time speed the up cooking process, but it also helps ensure you have everything you need to make the dish.

How do I make a no-bake chocolate cheesecake

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  • In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese for 1 minute or until smooth.
  • Add the confectioner’s sugar and beat until well blended.
  • Add the vanilla extract and mix again until well blended.
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  • Melt the chocolate over a double boiler. Let it cool slightly before adding it to the cream cheese mixture.
  • With the mixer on a slow speed, add the melted chocolate to the cream cheese mixture, pouring it slowly. Mix until well blended.
  • In a clean bowl (or before you start making the cheesecake) whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  • Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate cream cheese mixture. Mix gently until fully blended.
  • Refrigerate the cheesecake mixture while making the crust.
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  • In a medium bowl, mix together the Biscoff cookie crumbs, cocoa powder, and melted butter. Stir until the ingredients are fully combined.
  • Pour the mixture into a 10-inch springform pan.
  • Press the mixture firmly onto the bottom of the pan to form the crust.
  • Spoon the prepared chocolate cheesecake mixture into the pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  • Garnish the top of the cheesecake with raspberries and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight
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So when the weather gets unbearably hot (or you just don’t feel like turning on the oven) this no-bake chocolate cheesecake is guarunteed to brighten your day and those lucky enough to get a slice!

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The texture is so deliciously creamy and smooth that you won’t be able to help yourself as a small moan escapes your lips……sigh. In fact, you might call it love at first bite.

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No Bake Chocolate Cheesecake

With the summer heat coming, what could be better or easier than this No Bake Chocolate Cheesecake. You're going to love this creamy chocolaty dessert!

Prep Time20 minutes mins

Cook Time10 minutes mins

Refrigerate8 hours hrs

Total Time30 minutes mins

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings: 12

Calories: 613kcal

Ingredients

Crust

  • 7 oz Biscoff cookies (about 28) crushed (or graham crackers)
  • 4 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¼ cup butter melted

Filling:

  • 32 oz cream cheese softened- (use regular not whipped)
  • ¾ cup confectioners sugar
  • teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 5 ¼ oz bittersweet chocolate chopped
  • 5 ¼ oz semisweet chocolate chopped
  • 8 ounces heavy whipping cream
  • 6 ounces raspberries for garnish

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Instructions

Chocolate Cheesecake Filling

  • In the bowl of your stand mixer, beat the cream cheese for 1 minute or until smooth.

  • Add the confectioner’s sugar and beat until well blended.

  • Add the vanilla extract and mix again until well blended.

  • Melt the chocolate over a double boiler. Let it cool slightly before adding it to the cream cheese mixture.

  • With the mixer on a slow speed, add the melted chocolate to the cream cheese mixture, pouring it slowly. Mix until well blended.

  • In a clean bowl (or before you start making the cheesecake) whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate cream cheese mixture. Mix gently until fully blended.

  • Refrigerate the cheesecake mixture while making the crust.

Crust and Assembly

  • In a medium bowl, mix together the Biscoff cookie crumbs, cocoa powder, and melted butter. Stir until the ingredients are fully combined.

  • Pour the mixture into a 10-inch springform pan. Press the mixture firmly onto the bottom of the pan to form the crust.

  • Spoon the prepared chocolate cheesecake mixture into the pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.

  • Garnish the top of the cheesecake with raspberries and refrigerate for a minimum of 8 hours.

  • When the cheesecake is set, run a sharp knife around the edge to loosen from the pan.

  • Gently open the latch and release the cheesecake.

  • Serve and enjoy!

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Notes

Dessert should chill at least 8 hours or overnight

Nutrition

Calories: 613kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 48g | Saturated Fat: 27g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 121mg | Sodium: 363mg | Potassium: 337mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 1428IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 122mg | Iron: 3mg

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Chef Dennis Littley is a classically trained chef with over 40 years of experience working in the food service industry. In his second career as a food blogger he has made it his mission to demistify cooking by sharing his time-tested recipes, knowledge, and chef tips to help you create easy-to-make restaurant-quality meals in your home kitchen. Let Chef Dennis help you bring the joy of cooking into your home.For more details, check out his About page.

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  1. Toni

    No-Bake Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe (14)
    This was really good!! Everyone at my house was impressed!

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  2. Katie Youngs

    No-Bake Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe (15)
    No bake desserts are my kind of summer recipe!

    Reply

  3. Charlie

    Hi Dennis!

    how would I do this if I wanted to switch out the cream cheese for mascarpone?

    Reply

  4. Jill

    No-Bake Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe (16)
    So so delicious and no bake too!

    Reply

  5. Amy Roskelley

    No-Bake Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe (17)
    I love the biscoff cookie crust! Such a great flavor for this cheesecake!

    Reply

  6. Leslie

    No-Bake Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe (18)
    Excellent Chocolate Cheesecake recipe!

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