This no bake cool whip cheesecake is what dreams are made of. With a rich and creamy smooth filling, you can't help but reach for another piece. This is one tasty cheesecake recipe you won't want to share, and I feel the same.
Recipe: $7.14 | Per Serving: $0.60 | Servings: 12
I absolutely love cheesecake, but baking them is always a tricky hassle. Thankfully, no-bake recipes are foolproof.
My favorites include No Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake, Smores Ice Cream Pie, and No Bake Kool Aid Pie. But this cream cheese cool whip pie recipe is simple, easy, and perfect for any occasion.
No-bake cheesecake is delightful, offering a creamy texture and rich, tangy flavor. It's quick and easy to make, requiring only blending and chilling.
Best of all, you don't need to turn on the oven, making it ideal for hot summer days when you crave a sweet treat without heating up the kitchen.
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🍯 Why This Recipe Works
- This cold dessert is perfect for any occasion. While not as cold as Peanut Butter Mason Jar Ice Cream and Chocolate Mason Jar Ice Cream, you can serve this cheesecake up for a weeknight treat, a holiday feast, birthday, or anniversary and it's sure to be loved by all.
- It tastes incredible. Every bite is so gosh darn tasty it's impossible to resist- and I should know, considering I ate my pie within a few days and almost all to myself.
- Toppings are optional (but delicious). Add your favorite cheesecake toppings like glazed strawberries, chocolate syrup, caramel sauce, or whipped cream.
🥘 Ingredients
Ingredient Notes:
Cream cheese- This is the star of the show and the base of the filling recipe. You'll want to use softened cream cheese or else you'll risk little balls of unmixed cream cheese throughout the cheesecake.
Sour cream- This helps to cut down on the sweetness and tempers the cream cheese so that it's a softer consistency.
Cool Whip- This makes the pie more stable and gives it a fluffier texture. If you have more cool whip on hand, try our Creamy Vanilla Fruit Dip.
Graham cracker crust- You will want to use an already prepared graham cracker crust. You can use storebought or homemade No Bake Graham Cracker Crust. For a fun and festive touch, you can add in ½ cup of rainbow sprinkles to a homemade crust!
For specific ingredients and measurements, please see the recipe card below.
📖 Variations
- Variety of Crusts: Explore different crust options such as graham cracker, Oreo, or pretzel crusts.
- Creative Fillings: Enhance the flavor with additions like lemon zest, chocolate chips, or fresh fruit.
- Customizable Creations: Tailor cheesecakes to your taste by creating unique combinations for any occasion.
🔪 Instructions for No Bake Cool Whip Cheesecake
Step 1: Cream together the sugar and cream cheese in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
Step 2: Blend in the sour cream and vanilla until well mixed.
Step 3: Fold in your cool whip.
Step 4: Spoon the batter into a prepared graham cracker crust. Level the top of the pie and then cover it with plastic wrap.
Step 5: Place the cheesecake in the fridge to chill for about 4 hours before serving.
🍴 Recipe Tips
- Softening Cream Cheese: Ensure cream cheese is soft before use by wrapping it in a warm towel for 10 minutes.
- Chill Before Serving: While optional, chilling the cheesecake before serving ensures clean slices and prevents ingredients from becoming too soft.
💭 Recipe FAQs
If you don't wish to use sour cream you can use any Greek yogurts in it's place. This could also be a fun way to experiment with changing up the flavors. Use strawberry Greek yogurt or honey Greek yogurt for a fun new twist. Do not use regular yogurts as they have too high of a water content and the pie will not set properly.
This cheesecake is good for about 3-5 days if left covered in the fridge. Do not let sit at room temperature for too long (1 hour or more) unless serving as this is a dessert best served cold.
Yes! If you want to use homemade whipped cream instead then go for it! An 8 ounce tub of cool whip has about 3 cups of whipped topping inside so you'll want the same amount of your homemade whipped cream to get similar results.
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📖 Recipe
No Bake Cool Whip Cheesecake
Ingredients
- ½ cup granulated sugar ($0.18)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened ($1.86)
- 1 cup sour cream ($1.00)
- 1 Tablespoon vanilla extract ($0.09)
- 1 tub (8oz) whipped topping, thawed ($1.07)
- 1 prepared graham cracker crust ($2.94)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together sugar and cream cheese until smooth.
- Blend in the sour cream and vanilla until well mixed.
- Fold in whipped topping until incorporated.
- Spoon batter into prepared graham cracker crust. Level top and cover with plastic wrap or lid.
- Place in fridge to chill for at least 4 hours before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt or homemade whipped cream for Cool Whip.
- Soften cream cheese before use to prevent unblended chunks.
- Chill cheesecake in the freezer for 2 hours to firm and speed up setting.
- Store covered cheesecake in the fridge for 3-5 days.
Jen Talley says
This is the perfect dessert when you want something impressive, but you don't have the time to make a traditional cheesecake! Love the recipe!
Nicole says
Absolutely! Thanks so much! 🙂