It’s a perfect hot summer day and you feel like having something sweet, but you don’t want to fire up the oven. How about No Bake Chocolate Chip Cheesecake?!
Summer really can never have too many no-bake recipes, can it? If anything, I would say no bake recipes were made for summer time! The less I have to cook in the summer the better.
I also love the idea of individual desserts. Perfect for just snacking, serving at parties, and kids absolutely love them!
Why You’ll Love These No Bake Mini Cheesecakes
Mini cheesecakes that are made with simple ingredients and are easy to make- what’s not to love!
- No need to turn on the oven – When it’s the heat of summer, these cheesecakes are the perfect dessert to whip up and keep the house cool.
- Make them your own – The options for mix-ins and toppings are endless, so go crazy and come up with a new recipe that’s your own.
- Portion control – Since these cheesecakes are mini, you can have just one and not feel guilty! Or save room for other bites of dessert too.
Ingredients
The best part about this mini cheesecake recipe is that you’ll probably already have most of the ingredients sitting at home. If you don’t, after making these once you’ll want to stock up on the ingredients so you can make them whenever!
- Cream cheese – Always make sure your cream cheese is room temperature. I also like to make sure it is full-fat for the best results.
- Heavy cream – This ingredient lends lightness to the filling and is the key ingredient for the topping.
- Powdered sugar – Powdered sugar not only adds some sweetness to these cheesecakes, but also helps to thicken the batter.
- Vanilla – I like to use a good quality vanilla extract since it is the main flavor of this cheesecake filling.
- Mini chocolate chips – Not only do I mix these into the cheesecake batter for texture, but I also sprinkle some on top for garnish.
- Mini graham cracker pie crusts – Using pre-made graham cracker crusts saves me oodles of time compared to making my own crusts.
Variations
There are plenty of ways you can make these no bake mini cheesecakes your own. Here are a few ideas.
- Chocolate – Instead of chocolate chips, try using a chocolate ganache or even shaved chocolate on top instead.
- Candy – You don’t even have to use mini chocolate chips, you can use whatever chocolate or candy you feel like!
- Citrus – Try adding some flavor to the cheesecake batter by whisking in some lemon zest and lemon juice.
- Toppings – Top these mini cheesecakes with whipped cream, fresh berries like raspberries and blueberries, caramel sauce, cherry pie filling or sprinkles.
- Crust – Make your own crusts in a muffin tin with graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Or turn these into oreo cheesecakes and use crushed oreos instead.
How to Make Mini No Bake Cheesecakes
You are going to love how quick and easy it is to make these delicious desserts.
- Beat cream cheese. In a medium bowl or stand mixer beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add whipping cream. Pour in heavy whipping cream and beat until it incorporates and starts to become stiff. At first it will slop around, but then will start to resemble a meringue, forming stiff peaks.
- Add remaining ingredients. Beat in the powdered sugar and vanilla. By hand, fold in the mini chocolate chips.
- Pipe into crusts and chill. With a piping bag, add the cheesecake mixture equally into each pie crust. Cover and chill for at least three hours (or until ready to serve) to thicken.
Storage and Freezing
How to Store No Bake Mini Cheesecakes
No bake cheesecakes tend to be best enjoyed within a day of creating. Cookies will still taste great beyond that, but will start to lose their snap. It can be eaten up to 5 days after preparing, just keep in the refrigerator!
Can I Freeze No Bake Cheesecake?
You can freeze these mini no-bake cheesecakes for up to three months in an airtight container. Thaw in the fridge overnight. Make sure they are wrapped tightly to prevent against freezer burn.
More Easy No Bake Recipes
I love a good no bake recipe- especially during the heat of the summer. Here are a few of our favorites.
Pumpkin Pie in a Cup
Classic No Bake Cookies
No Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake
No Bake Chocolate Chip Cheesecake
Equipment
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese , room temperature
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips , more to decorate
- 12 mini graham cracker pie crusts
Instructions
- In a medium bowl or stand mixer beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Pour in heavy whipping cream and beat until it incorporates and starts to become stiff. At first it will slop around, but after 3-4 minutes it will start to resemble a meringue, forming stiff white peaks.
- Beat in the powdered sugar and vanilla. By hand, fold in the mini chocolate chips.
- Spoon the cheesecake mixture equally into each pie crust. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours (or until ready to serve) to thicken.
- If you've tried this recipe, make sure to come back and let us know how you liked it in the comments or star ratings.
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I have tried this recipe and my family loves it, will make one again soon. thanks much for sharing
This No Bake Chocolate Chip Cheesecake recipe looks delicious and fresh. I love that is single servings, we love cheesecake in my family, and I will make them soon. Thanks for sharing 🙂
These mini cheesecakes turned out so well! The filling was creamy and sweet, and it was so easy to make overall. My whole family loved these little treats!
What a fun little idea for something sweet and easy! Perfect summertime treat for everyone!