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Easy No-Bake Peach Cheesecake Icebox Cake

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A refreshing and creamy no-bake peach cheesecake icebox cake perfect for summer, combining layers of cheesecake filling, fresh peaches, and cookies for a light and indulgent dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 20–24 graham crackers or vanilla wafers (or gluten-free cookies)
  • 3–4 medium ripe peaches, peeled and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons peach preserves or apricot jam (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the peaches by peeling and slicing into thin, even slices about ¼ inch thick. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese with granulated sugar and lemon juice until smooth and creamy using an electric mixer (2-3 minutes).
  3. In a separate bowl, whip chilled heavy cream with vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  4. Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, keeping it light and fluffy.
  5. Spread a thin layer of cheesecake filling on the bottom of a 9×9 inch pan.
  6. Place a single layer of graham crackers or vanilla wafers over the filling, breaking pieces to fill gaps if needed.
  7. Spread a generous layer of cheesecake filling over the cookies, then arrange a layer of peach slices on top.
  8. Drizzle peach preserves over peaches if using.
  9. Repeat layering cookies, filling, and peaches until the pan is filled, finishing with a layer of peaches.
  10. Cover with plastic wrap or lid and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  11. Slice into squares and serve chilled. Use a sharp knife dipped in hot water for clean cuts.

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is fully softened before mixing to avoid lumps. Chill heavy cream well for best whipping results. Fold whipped cream gently into cream cheese mixture to keep it airy. If peaches release too much juice during chilling, blot gently with paper towel before serving. For dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and use dairy-free cream cheese. Cookies can be swapped for gluten-free or almond flour-based biscuits.

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