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Easy No-Bake Peach Cheesecake Recipe Perfect for Summer Desserts

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A quick and simple no-bake peach cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy filling, and fresh peach topping. Perfect for summer gatherings and last-minute desserts.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10–12 full sheets, crushed finely)
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 3–4 ripe peaches, peeled and sliced thin
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Crush the graham crackers finely using a food processor or by smashing them in a plastic bag with a rolling pin.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon until the mixture resembles wet sand.
  3. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan or pie dish. Use the back of a spoon or a flat-bottomed glass to firmly compact the crust.
  4. Chill the crust in the fridge while preparing the filling.
  5. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice, mixing until combined and smooth.
  7. In a separate chilled bowl, whip the cold heavy cream to stiff peaks, about 3-4 minutes on high speed.
  8. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture in batches using a spatula to keep it light and airy.
  9. Pour the cheesecake filling over the chilled graham cracker crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  10. Cover loosely with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  11. Just before serving, peel and thinly slice fresh peaches.
  12. In a small bowl, toss the peach slices with honey or maple syrup and lemon zest to create a glossy, sweet topping. Let sit for a few minutes.
  13. Remove the cheesecake from the pan and arrange the peach slices on top, letting some juices drizzle down the sides.
  14. Slice with a warm knife dipped in hot water and dried for clean cuts.

Notes

If cream cheese is cold and clumpy, beat longer or microwave in 5-second bursts until soft but not melted. Chill cheesecake at least 4 hours for best texture. Use a warm knife dipped in hot water for clean slicing. For dairy-free, swap cream cheese with vegan cream cheese and heavy cream with coconut cream. For gluten-free, use almond flour or gluten-free graham crackers.

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