This No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake is a creamy, luscious treat that combines the sweetness of fresh strawberries with a velvety smooth cheesecake filling. Set atop a crunchy buttery biscuit base and finished with a vibrant strawberry glaze, this dessert is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate.
Why You'll Love This:
The beauty of this cheesecake lies in its simplicity and the freshness of its ingredients. The no-bake aspect makes it incredibly easy to prepare, perfect for those warm days when you want a decadent dessert without turning on the oven. The combination of juicy strawberries and creamy cheesecake is timeless and universally loved.
Perfect Occasion:
Ideal for summer gatherings, garden parties, or any festive occasion. It's also perfect for romantic dinners or as a special treat to celebrate the strawberry season. This cheesecake makes a delightful and elegant dessert that's sure to impress.
Decoration Tips:
Garnish the cheesecake with slices of fresh strawberries and curls of white chocolate for a chic and appetizing look. Consider adding a few mint leaves for a pop of color. Serve each slice on a plate with a drizzle of strawberry syrup or dust with powdered sugar for a more sophisticated presentation.
- Ingredients:
- 250 grams of butter biscuits
- 90 grams of melted butter
- 500 grams of strawberries (for assembly)
- For the Cream:
- 500 grams of low-fat quark (or substitute with Greek yogurt if unavailable)
- 400 grams of cream cheese
- 200 grams of heavy cream
- 200 grams of white chocolate
- 1.5 tablespoons of powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- Juice and zest of half a lemon
- For the Glaze:
- 300 grams of strawberries
- 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
- 50 ml water
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
- To Garnish:
- Strawberries
- White chocolate shavings
- Instructions:
- Melt the white chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water, then let it cool.
- Crush the biscuits into fine crumbs and mix thoroughly with the melted butter. Press this mixture into a lined springform pan and refrigerate to set.
- Halve the strawberries and press them along the edges of the springform pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the quark, cream cheese, heavy cream, melted white chocolate, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice and zest. Whip until smooth.
- Use a piping bag to fill in between the strawberries and then cover the rest of the base evenly. Ensure the strawberries are fully covered.
- For the glaze, blend 300 grams of strawberries into a puree, then cook with sugar in a saucepan. Mix cornstarch with water and add to the saucepan. Boil until the glaze thickens. Let it cool completely.
- Pour the cooled glaze over the cheesecake and refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours.
- Garnish with strawberry slices and white chocolate shavings before serving.
Enjoy this delightful and refreshing no-bake strawberry cheesecake, perfect for any occasion where you want to impress with minimal effort!