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Decadent Chocolate Covered Strawberry No-Bake Cheesecake

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A quick and easy no-bake cheesecake featuring a creamy cream cheese filling, a crunchy graham cracker crust, and luscious chocolate-covered strawberries on top. Perfect for any occasion and requires no oven.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (150g) graham cracker crumbs
  • 5 tablespoons (70g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons (25g) granulated sugar
  • 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened (full-fat)
  • ⅔ cup (135g) granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 pint (about 16) fresh strawberries, washed and dried thoroughly
  • 6 oz (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil or vegetable oil (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until crumbs are evenly coated and hold together when pressed. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Chill the crust in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
  3. Make the cheesecake filling: Beat softened cream cheese with sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  4. Whip the heavy cream with lemon juice in a separate chilled bowl until stiff peaks form.
  5. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, being careful not to overmix.
  6. Spoon the filling over the chilled crust and smooth the top. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
  7. Prepare the chocolate-covered strawberries: Melt semi-sweet chocolate and coconut oil in a double boiler or microwave until smooth. Dip each strawberry into the melted chocolate, letting excess drip off, and place on parchment paper or wire rack. Let set for 20-30 minutes.
  8. Once cheesecake is set, run a knife around the pan edge and release the springform. Arrange chocolate-covered strawberries on top just before serving.

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps. Whip cream to stiff peaks but do not overwhip. Dry strawberries thoroughly before dipping to prevent chocolate seizing. Chill cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight for best texture. Use gluten-free graham crackers for gluten-free version. Vegan adaptations possible with vegan cream cheese, coconut cream, and vegan chocolate.

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