No-Bake Cheesecake with Chocolate Shavings

No-Bake Cheesecake with Chocolate Shavings

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

• 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar

For the Filling:

• 3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream

For the Topping:

• Whipped cream (for garnish)
• Chocolate shavings (for garnish)

Instructions:

For the Crust:

1. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until the crumbs are fully coated and the mixture resembles wet sand.
2. Press the mixture into the bottom and slightly up the sides of a 9-inch springform pan. Use the back of a spoon or the bottom of a glass to press it firmly into place.
3. Refrigerate the crust while you prepare the filling.

For the Filling:

1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
2. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and continue to beat until well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
4. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
5. Pour the filling into the prepared crust, spreading it evenly.
6. Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until set.

For the Topping:

1. Once the cheesecake is set, remove it from the springform pan and place it on a serving plate.
2. Pipe or spread whipped cream on top of the cheesecake.
3. Sprinkle with chocolate shavings.

Serve:

• Slice the cheesecake and serve chilled. Enjoy your creamy and delicious no-bake cheesecake with chocolate shavings!

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