No-bake vanilla cheesecake
Description
The dessert is simple and quick to prepare. This cheesecake is light with a creamy texture, making it perfect for any occasion. You don't need to worry about temperature control or a complicated cooking process. You don't even need to turn on the oven, as it requires no baking at all. Serve the finished dessert only after it has set. It can be served with tea or coffee.
Instructions
- 1
Step 1
1. Place the crackers into the blender container.
- 2
Step 2
2. Crush the crackers into fine crumbs.
- 3
Step 3
3. Melt the butter and add it to the bowl with the crushed crackers.
- 4
Step 4
4. If the mixture comes together into a single mass, it is ready; if the crumbs are too dry, add more butter.
- 5
Step 5
5. Place the crumb mixture into a pie pan, preferably one with removable sides.
- 6
Step 6
6. Press the crumbs down with a glass.
- 7
Step 7
7. Dissolve the gelatin in a glass of cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes, then place it in the microwave for 20-30 seconds. Set aside to cool.
- 8
Step 8
8. Place the cream cheese in a bowl and add powdered sugar to it.
- 9
Step 9
9. Using a mixer, blend the cheese with the powdered sugar until smooth, then add the vanilla extract. Cut the vanilla pod in half and scrape out the seeds with a knife, then add them to the cheese mixture as well.
- 10
Step 10
10. In a separate bowl, whip the cream until soft peaks form.
- 11
Step 11
11. Add the gelatin to the bowl with the cream, mix again, then combine the cream with the cheese.
- 12
Step 12
12. Place the creamy filling onto the shortbread base.
- 13
Step 13
13. Spread the filling in an even layer, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- 14
Step 14
14. Remove the finished cheesecake from the mold and decorate it with the remaining mixture, squeezing it out through a pastry bag.