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No-Bake Peach Cheesecake

A creamy, dreamy summer dessert with a crunchy biscuit crust, luscious no-bake cheesecake filling, and caramelized peach topping. Egg-free and easy to make vegan or dairy-free!
Author: Saloni Mehta
Yield: 12 servings
Prep: 30 minutes
Rest Time: 6 hours
Total: 7 hours

Equipment

  • 8-inch (20cm) Springform Pan or Loose Bottom Pan

Ingredients

Peach Compote

  • 2 tbsp Butter* see notes for options
  • 3-4 Peaches, underripe, cut into slices or chunks
  • 42 g Light Brown sugar
  • 1/4 tsp Cinnamon Powder
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract

Biscuit Crust

  • 150 g Digestive biscuits or Graham Crackers, crushed into fine crumbs
  • 1 tbsp Sugar, cane or castor
  • 75 g Butter*, melted

No bake Cheesecake Filling

  • 225 g Cream Cheese room temperature; see notes for options
  • 100 g Powdered Sugar or icing sugar
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon Powder
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 240 ml Heavy Whipping Cream, cold whipped to medium peaks; see notes for options
  • 30 g Powdered Sugar or icing sugar

Instructions

    For a 9-inch springform pan: Double the recipe for a 9-inch pan.

Make the Peach Compote

  • Start by melting the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until it begins to bubble gently.
  • Add sliced peaches with skins, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla. Cook for 3–4 minutes until tender and coated in a caramel-like sauce.
  • Once the peaches have softened slightly, remove the pan from the heat and carefully transfer just the peaches to a heatproof container to cool to room temperature.
  • The remaining caramel sauce in the pan can be poured into a separate bowl and set aside to drizzle over the cheesecake later.

Prepare the Biscuit Crust

  • Begin by preparing an 8-inch (20cm) springform or loose-bottom pan, lining the base with baking paper if you prefer an easier release.
  • Crush digestive biscuits and sugar into fine crumbs using a food processor or rolling pin in a sealed bag.
  • Combine the crumbs with melted butter, stirring until the mixture resembles damp sand.
  • Save a spoonful of the mixture for topping, then press the rest firmly into the pan’s base and sides for a smooth crust.
  • Refrigerate the crust for about 30 minutes to allow it to set properly before filling.

Make the No-bake Cheesecake Filling

  • Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar (100g) in a stand mixer or mixing bowl for 3–4 minutes until smooth and lump-free.
  • Add vanilla and cinnamon, mixing well and scraping the bowl for a smooth, even mixture.
  • In a separate bowl, whip the cold whipping cream to medium peaks, adding the remaining powdered sugar (30g) as you whip to stabilize it.
  • Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture in batches, blending until smooth and airy.
  • Pour cheesecake filling over the chilled base, smooth evenly with a spatula, wrap tightly, and refrigerate overnight to set.
  • To serve, loosen edges with a spatula, remove the springform ring, and transfer the cheesecake to a plate.
  • Finish by topping with the caramelized peaches, a light sprinkle of the reserved biscuit crumbs, and a drizzle of the caramel sauce, keeping the cheesecake refrigerated until serving.

Notes

  • Cups vs. Weighing Scale: In baking, U.S. cup measurements are approximate and can vary depending on how ingredients are scooped or packed. For more accurate and consistent results, it’s best to weigh your ingredients using a digital kitchen scale, ideally in grams. This is especially helpful for delicate recipes like cheesecakes.
  • Butter: You can use regular dairy butter or a dairy-free butter stick, such as Country Crock Plant Butter, depending on your dietary needs.
  • Whipping Cream: For vegan or dairy-free versions, choose an unsweetened plant-based whipping cream, such as Country Crock, Trader Joe’s, or Califia Farms. If not avoiding dairy, any full-fat whipping cream works.
  • Cream Cheese: Use a plain, full-fat cream cheese for the filling. For dairy-free or vegan versions, brands like Violife or Tofutti are good alternatives.
  • Sugar: Cane sugar, granulated sugar, or castor sugar all work in this recipe. If making the dessert vegan, use organic cane sugar or another vegan-certified sugar, since some white sugars are processed with bone char.