No Bake Blackberry Cheesecake

This No Bake Blackberry Cheesecake recipe is the perfect easy-to-make cheesecake dessert that’s ultra creamy, silky smooth & delicious, and packed with fresh juicy blackberries!  

 

Estimated reading time: 10 minutes

We’re in the middle of berry season and as far as we’re concerned it’s the most wonderful time of the year! We’ve shared SO many of our favourite berry recipes with you already, but this No Bake Blackberry Cheesecake recipe takes the cake (see what we did there…?)!

It’s SO cool and creamy, and it’s absolutely packed with juicy fresh blackberries – if you’re a fan of blackberries even a little bit, you’re going to LOVE this delicious cheesecake!

This No Bake Blackberry Cheesecake recipe contains a secret ingredient that helps no bake cheesecakes set – lemon juice! The acid in the lemon reacts with the proteins in the milk, causing it to curdle and become thick and sturdy. This means it will slice more cleanly than a cheesecake made without the addition of lemon juice!

There are so many reasons we love this Blackberry Cheesecake recipe. Here are just a few!

1. It’s made with a SECRET INGREDIENT. Lemon juice is the secret ingredient that helps this no bake cheesecake set! The acid in the lemon reacts with the proteins in the milk, causing it to curdle and become thick and making it easier to cut clean slices.
2. It is so FLAVOURFUL. The blackberries are so flavourful and make the most delicious cheesecake!
3. It is so EASY to MAKE. The recipe uses just a few simple ingredients and it is so quick to whip together.

Follow these tips for the BEST no bake cheesecake you’ll ever make!

Low fat cream cheese has a high water content and liquifies much more easily at room temperature than regular full fat cream cheese does. Using full fat cream cheese will help your no bake cheesecake stay firm and help it slice cleanly for serving.

Make sure that when you add the whipping cream to the cream cheese mixture, you are adding the whipped measurement, not the liquid. As a rule of thumb, the liquid measurement will double when whipped.

Use whipped cream or whipped topping whipped to stiff peaks. Under-whipped cream can be too liquid-y and therefore prevent the cheesecake from setting.

Adding citrus juice to your cheesecake filling mixture causes a protein in the cream cheese to become firm. This helps the cheesecake set nicely and creates really clean slices.

Adding extra berries increases the water content of the cheesecake, which can prevent it from setting properly and slicing cleanly. Be sure to follow the recipe and add only as many berries as it calls for. Try to follow as closely as possible!

Frozen berries will release a lot more water than fresh ones, which can change the texture of the cheesecake and prevent it from setting. If you absolutely must use frozen berries, thaw them first and drain them very well before using.

Set the cheesecake in the fridge first, and then the freezer for best results. Our no bake cheesecakes always turn out best when the chill for 6-8 hours in the fridge and then spend 3-4 hours in the freezer to firm up for those gorgeous, clean slices.

If you are having trouble with this blackberry cheesecake recipe, follow the solutions we recommend below.

Make sure the cream cheese is softened before mixing. If the cheesecake is too runny after the recommended time, add more time in the fridge until it is set.

Over-mixing the ingredients can cause the crust to crumble. Make sure to mix just until it is combined to avoid incorporating too much air.

Make sure to press the cookie mixture firmly into the pan (a spoon is helpful to make it uniform). If it is still too crumbly, add in some extra butter.

Make sure that your cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing. Lumps can also be avoided by beating the cream cheese until smooth before adding the other ingredients. Use a spatula to scrape down the sides of the bowl to avoid chunks.

Over-mixing can lead to a dense texture. Mix only until the ingredients are combined to maintain a light and fluffy consistency.

Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less sugar according to your tastes and preferences. Taste the mixture before chilling and make adjustments accordingly.

To make this blackberry dessert recipe, you’ll need these items on hand (paid links):

• mixing bowls
• 9-inch springform pan
• Stand Mixer with paddle attachment or a Hand Mixer
• measuring cups and spoons
• Liquid Measuring Cup
• Microplane Zester
• citrus juicer
• Silicone Spatula
• Masher, or use a fork

To make this no bake blackberry cheesecake recipe, you will need these ingredients (paid links):

FOR CHEESECAKE:

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 5 tablespoons melted butter
• 900 grams full fat cream cheese (about 32 ounces)
• 1 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• zest of 1 lemon
• juice of 1/2 lemon
• 1 1/2 cup whipped cream or whipped topping
• 1 cup blackberries mashed

FOR DECORATING:

• whipped topping or whipped cream, and fresh blackberries

Try these simple variations on this blackberry dessert recipe!

1. Lavender Blackberry – Add in a few teaspoons of dried culinary lavender to the crust or filling.
2. Chocolate Crust – Swap out the graham crackers for an chocolate cookie crust to give delicious contrast with the tangy blackberry fruit.
3. Coconut Berry – Mix in some shredded coconut with the graham cracker crumbs to make the crust. It gives a subtle tropical flavour to compliment the berry filling.
4. Blueberries or Raspberries – Try our No Bake Blueberry Cheesecake or Easy No Bake White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake for another berry flavoured no bake cheesecake.
5. Mixed Berry – use a combination of blueberry, strawberry, and raspberry jam to create a vibrant and colourful swirl pattern. Garnish the cheesecake with a variety of fresh berries.

If you’re looking for even more delicious summer dessert ideas for all your summer events, we’ve put together this amazing guide to No Bake Cheesecakes with so many delicious cheesecake recipes. Check it out in The Busy Baker Shop!

We hope you love this blackberry cheesecake recipe as much as we do! Let us know in the comments below, what’s your favourite easy no bake dessert? We’d love to know!

• Easy No Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Cheesecake
• Easy No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake Pie
• Easy No Bake Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake
• Easy No Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake
• Easy No Bake Chocolate Mousse Vegan Cheesecake 
• Easy No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake
• Easy No Bake Classic Tiramisu
• Easy No Bake Chocolate Mocha Tiramisu