This Cheesecake Dip is everything you love about cheesecake, but in a smooth, scoopable dessert that takes minutes to make. No baking, no fuss—just a creamy, sweet, and slightly tangy dip that’s perfect for parties, holidays, or anytime you want a quick treat. Serve it with graham crackers, cookies, or fruit, and watch it disappear fast.
No Bake Cheesecake Dip: A Quick and Easy Dessert
Craving cheesecake but don’t want to cook? This no-bake Cheesecake Dip recipe is your new best friend! With just four ingredients and a 10-minute prep time, you can have a rich, creamy dessert dip that tastes just like the real deal—without turning on the oven. Perfect crowd pleaser for a fast, fuss-free treat (in gluten free form too).
It’s the perfect sweet indulgence to serve at your next party, or just to snack on when you’re in the mood for something sweet and simple. Serve with cookies, fresh fruit, crackers, or sample it straight from the spoon!
Ingredients for a Basic Cheesecake Dip
- Heavy cream
- Cream cheese: Be sure your cream cheese is softened to room temperature before mixing to ensure a smooth texture without lumps.
- Powdered sugar: You can substitute ½ cup granulated sugar for the powdered sugar. Increase the mix time 1 ½ to 2 minutes for smooth results.
- Pure vanilla extract
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
How to Make the Best Cheesecake Dip
- Create The Whipped Cream: Beat the heavy whipping cream on high speed until stiff peaks form. Transfer the whipped cream to a separate bowl and place in the refrigerator.
- Make The Cream Cheese Mixture: In the same mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese on medium speed until smooth. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla and continue to mix until completely incorporated and smooth.
- Combine With Whipped Cream: Use a silicone spatula to fold in the whipped cream until well combined.
- Chill: Transfer the dip to a serving dish, cover with plastic wrap, and chill for 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve: Serve with your favorite dippers. Enjoy!
Serving Suggestions: Cheesecake Dip with Fruits, Crackers, or Cookies
This creamy cheesecake dip is the perfect dessert for holiday parties, game day snacking, potlucks, or family get-togethers. It’s so good that you’ll want to skip the dippers and eat it straight from the spoon.
- Delicious Dippers: This easy dessert dip pairs perfectly with fresh fruit, crackers, cookies, or any of your favorite dippers (including your finger!). Choose your favorite finger foods, like graham crackers, shortbread cookies, cinnamon sugar pita chips, fresh apple slices, pretzels chips, vanilla wafers, ginger snap cookies, animal crackers, or any sweet or savory snack.
- Tasty Toppings: Top your dip with your favorite flavor canned fruit pie fillings, such as cherry pie filling, blueberry pie filling, lemon pie filling, or strawberry pie filling (if you like strawberry cheesecake dip, then you will love my strawberry cheesecake cookies, strawberry cheesecake bites, and strawberry cheesecake poke cake).
- Skip The Dip: Instead of using this spread as a dip, you can use it as a creamy filling for carrot cake stuffed cookies, a layer of frosting for cupcakes, or sandwich it between 2 Oreo cheesecake cookies. It tastes delicious as a spread for toast and bagels and even makes a great celery stuffer!
Tips For The Best No-Bake Cheesecake Dip
- Freeze First: If you are using a stand mixer, place the mixing bowl and wire whip attachment in the freezer for 30 minutes. If using a hand mixer, place a medium bowl and mixer beaters in the freezer.
- Skip A Step: A store-bought whipped topping can be substituted for the homemade whipped cream to save a few minutes.
- Don’t Deflate: Make sure you fold in the whipped cream very gently into the sweetened cream cheese. This will prevent deflating the whipped cream so your dip remains light and fluffy.
Variations to Try: Cheesecake Dip and Beyond
Once you’ve mastered this basic no-bake cheesecake dip, why not have some fun with it? This creamy base is the perfect blank canvas for endless flavor possibilities. The best part? You can switch it up in minutes and create a dip that’s perfectly suited to any occasion or craving!
- Change It To Chocolate: Add a few tablespoons of cocoa powder for a rich, chocolatey flavor twist (have you tried my Hot Chocolate Dip?). You can even swirl in some mini chocolate chips for extra texture!
- Serve With Sauce: Drizzle some caramel sauce on top (or mix it right in) for a sweet, buttery flavor that pairs perfectly with the creamy cheesecake base.
- Fill With Fruit Flavor: Fold in some fresh chopped strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries for a fruity burst of flavor that complements the richness of the dip.
- Peanut Butter Perfection: Mix in a few spoonfuls of peanut butter for a creamy, nutty twist that pairs beautifully with a drizzle of honey or chocolate.
- Like It Lemony: A little fresh lemon juice will give the dip that classic cheesecake tang and brighten up the flavor. Just a teaspoon or so will do the trick. If you like a more pronounced tartness, you can add a bit more, but don’t overdo it, or it could make the dip a bit too runny.
- Beyond The Base: Cheesecake dip recipes are the perfect base for adding your favorite mix-ins. Stir in colorful sprinkles to make a Sugar Cookie Dip, Funfetti cake mix to mimic my Funfetti Dip (aka Dunkaroo Dip), or hazelnut spread (like my Nutella Dip). For extra crunch, mix in M&M’s, chopped pecans, crushed candy (like my Candy Cane Dip and Twix Dip), or cookie crumbles.
How to Store Cheesecake Dip for Maximum Freshness
To keep your cheesecake dip fresh and creamy, here are a few simple tips:
- To Store: Cheesecake dip should be stored in the fridge as soon as you’re done serving it, as the cream cheese and heavy cream can spoil if left at room temperature for too long. It stays fresh for up to 7 days when properly stored.
- To Freeze: While you can freeze cheesecake dip, it may alter the texture and cause it to become watery when thawed. It’s best enjoyed fresh or within a few days after making it.
If the dip firms up in the fridge, simply give it a quick stir to restore its light and fluffy consistency. If you’ve added any toppings like chocolate chips, caramel drizzle, or fruit, it’s best to store them separately to keep everything fresh and prevent sogginess.
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Cheesecake Dip
Ingredients
- 1 cup cold heavy cream
- 8 ounce package cream cheese softened
- ¾ cup powdered sugar sifted
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- If you are using a stand mixer, place the mixing bowl and wire whip attachment in the freezer for 30 minutes. If using a handheld mixer, place a medium size mixing bowl and mixer beaters in the freezer.
- Remove the wire whip and mixer bowl, or the mixer beaters and bowl, and beat the cold heavy cream on high speed until stiff peaks form. This should only take about 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer the whipped cream to a separate bowl and place in the refrigerator.1 cup cold heavy cream
- Using the same bowl and a paddle attachment, or beaters, mix the softened cream cheese on medium speed for about 1 to 1 ½ minutes until smooth.8 ounce package cream cheese
- Add the sifted powdered sugar and vanilla and continue to mix at medium speed for another 1 ½ to 2 minutes or until completely incorporated and smooth.¾ cup powdered sugar, 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- Use a silicone spatula to fold in the whipped cream until well combined. (Folding gently combines the whipped cream and the sweetened cream cheese together without deflating the whipped cream)
- Transfer the cheesecake dip to a 8 or 9 inch deep dish pie plate. Cover with plastic wrap and chill for 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Jenn’s Notes
- To Store: Cheesecake dip should be stored in the fridge as soon as you’re done serving it, as the cream cheese and heavy cream can spoil if left at room temperature for too long. It stays fresh for up to 7 days when properly stored.
- To Freeze: While you can freeze cheesecake dip, it may alter the texture and cause it to become watery when thawed. It’s best enjoyed fresh or within a few days after making it.
- If you are using a stand mixer, place the mixing bowl and wire whip attachment in the freezer for 30 minutes. If using a hand mixer, place a medium bowl and mixer beaters in the freezer.
- A store-bought whipped topping can be substituted for the homemade whipped cream to save a few minutes.
- Make sure you fold in the whipped cream very gently into the sweetened cream cheese. This will prevent deflating the whipped cream so your dip remains light and fluffy.
