No-Bake Pudding Cheesecake Recipe
A creamy and delicious No-Bake Pudding Cheesecake that combines smooth cream cheese with instant pudding mix and whipped topping over a crunchy crust. This easy-to-make dessert requires no baking, making it perfect for quick preparation and a crowd-pleasing treat.
- Author: Marco
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Crust
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Filling
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 1/2 cups whipped topping (such as Cool Whip), thawed
- Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until all crumbs are evenly moistened. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan or pie dish to form an even crust layer. Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
- Mix the filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. In a separate bowl, whisk the instant pudding mix with cold milk until it thickens, about 2 minutes. Fold the pudding mixture into the cream cheese until well combined, then gently fold in the whipped topping until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Assemble the cheesecake: Spread the filling evenly over the chilled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until firm and set.
- Serve: Remove the cheesecake from the refrigerator, release from the pan if using a springform, slice, and serve chilled.
Notes
- For best results, soften the cream cheese ahead of time to avoid lumps.
- You can substitute the graham cracker crust with a chocolate cookie crust for a different flavor.
- Add fresh fruit toppings like strawberries or blueberries just before serving for extra freshness.
- Keep the cheesecake well chilled to maintain its texture.
- If preferred, use sugar-free pudding mix for a lower sugar version.
Keywords: No-Bake Cheesecake, Pudding Cheesecake, Easy Cheesecake, No Bake Dessert, Cream Cheese Dessert