No Bake Chocolate Cheesecake – An easy-to-make no bake dessert that is great for parties and holidays! This cheesecake is made with a chocolate cookie crust and creamy chocolate cheesecake filling.

No Bake Chocolate Cheesecake
It’s always hard to resist a slice of cheesecake! Cheesecake is a favorite around my house but I very rarely feel like going through the work to make one. After discovering the joys of making no bake cheesecakes a few years back, I’ve almost exclusively made variations on that recipe ever since! This version takes that recipe and combines it with my no bake chocolate pie make the perfect no bake chocolate cheesecake recipe. Each bite is loaded with chocolate flavor AND it is really simple to make. I made a homemade crust but don’t worry, you can always just buy a pre-made one instead if you want to save a step.

Common Questions About Making No Bake Chocolate Cheesecake
What is a no bake chocolate cheesecake?
A no bake chocolate cheesecake is a simple dessert made with a chocolate cookie crust that is filled with a homemade chocolate cheesecake filling. This recipe is meant to be no bake so there are no eggs or anything in it that necessitates baking.
What kind of chocolate cookie should I use for the crust?
I chose to use chocolate graham crackers but you could use oreos, chocolate digestives, or any other simple chocolate cookie.
How can I decorate this cheesecake?
I like to pipe whipped cream or whipped topping around the edge with a star-shaped nozzle and then sprinkle chocolate sprinkles, mini chocolate chips, or shaved chocolate on top.

Can I buy a crust?
Yes! Most stores have a few options when it comes to pre-made crusts. You could easily subsitute a pre-made graham cracker crust into this recipe.

Do I need to refrigerate a no bake cheesecake?
Yes, because there is dairy in the recipe, the cheesecake needs to be refrigerated after it is made.

How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe makes about 8 servings.

What other types of no bake cheesecake recipes can I make?
There are so many options for no bake cheesecakes! Some of my favorites include –

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No Bake Chocolate Cheesecake

No Bake Chocolate Cheesecake – An easy-to-make no bake dessert that is great for parties and holidays! This cheesecake is made with a chocolate cookie crust and creamy chocolate cheesecake filling.
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 2 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs*
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/3 cup butter
For the Filling
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 (8 ounce) bars cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips, melted and cooled
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix together the chocolate cookie crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press down into the bottom of a 9" springform pan before setting aside.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer with the whisk attachment, whip the heavy cream on high speed until stiff peaks form. Transfer to a bowl and set aside in the fridge until needed.
- Beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar in the bowl of the stand mixer with the paddle attachment until light and fluffy. Add the sour cream and vanilla, mixing until smooth.
- Add the melted chocolate chips and mix until completely combined.
- Gently fold in the whipped cream, being careful not to overmix.
- Pour the mixture on top of the crust, then cover and place into the refrigerator to set for at least 4 hours.
- Slice and serve with additional whipped cream.
Notes
* Chocolate cookies include - chocolate graham crackers, oreos, etc.
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