No-Bake Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Cheesecake
A luscious no-bake cheesecake featuring chunks of edible cookie dough, set on a crunchy graham cracker crust and topped with chocolate chips. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 25 minutes layers graham cracker crumbs, unsalted butter, melted, cream cheese, softened into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 10, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs with 5 tbsp melted unsalted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of an 8-inch springform pan and chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, beat 16 oz softened cream cheese with 1 cup powdered sugar and 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract until smooth.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, whip 1 cup heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold into the cream cheese mixture.
- Step 4: In another bowl, mix 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/3 cup brown sugar, 6 tbsp softened unsalted butter, 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips, and 1/4 tsp salt until a soft dough forms.
- Step 5: Fold the cookie dough pieces gently into the cheesecake batter.
- Step 6: Pour the mixture over the chilled crust and smooth the top. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until set.
- Step 7: Before serving, garnish with additional mini chocolate chips if desired.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does No-Bake Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Cheesecake take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (25 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover No-Bake Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Cheesecake?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in No-Bake Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Cheesecake?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale No-Bake Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Cheesecake for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 10 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 10). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with No-Bake Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Cheesecake?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
