Berry Smooth Cheesecake

Name: Berry Smooth Cheesecake
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 215 min
Yield: 10
Ingredients: 8 HONEY MAID Honey Grahams, finely crushed (about 1 cup crumbs); 3 Tbsp. sugar; 3 Tbsp. butter or margarine, melted; 1 env. unflavored gelatin; ¼ cup water; 1 pkg. brick cream cheese, softened; ½ cup sugar; 1 pkg. frozen strawberries in syrup, thawed; ½ cup milk; 1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped

Whipped cream folded into the cream cheese mixture gives this no bake strawberry cheesecake its light, airy texture.

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Makes 10 servings.

Ingredient list

8 HONEY MAID Honey Grahams, finely crushed (about 1 cup crumbs)
3 Tbsp. sugar
3 Tbsp. butter or margarine, melted
1 env. unflavored gelatin
¼ cup water
1 pkg. (8 oz.) brick cream cheese, softened
½ cup sugar
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen strawberries in syrup, thawed
½ cup milk
1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped

Directions

Heat oven to 325°F.

Combine graham crumbs, 3 Tbsp. sugar and butter; press onto bottom of 9-inch springform pan. Bake 10 min.

Sprinkle gelatin over water in small saucepan; let stand 1 min. Cook on low heat 3 min. or until gelatin is completely dissolved, stirring constantly; set aside.

Beat cream cheese and 1/2 cup sugar in large bowl with mixer until well blended.

Drain strawberries, reserving liquid; set strawberries aside for later use. Add reserved strawberry liquid to gelatin along with the milk; stir until well blended. Gradually add to cream cheese mixture, stirring until well blended. Refrigerate until slightly thickened. Gently stir in whipped cream and strawberries; pour over crust.

Refrigerate cheesecake several hours or until firm.

Recipe Tips

Size-WiseEnjoy a serving of this rich and indulgent treat on special occasions.
Special ExtraGarnish with additional whipped cream, sliced fresh strawberries and fresh mint leaves before serving.