FRUIT CHEESECAKE

SUPER CREAMY NO-BAKE FRUIT CHEESECAKE

Ingredients

For the crust

• 2 packages of Maria cookies (approx. 340 g)
• 120 g melted butter

For the filling

• 400 g cream cheese
• 1 can sweetened condensed milk
• 1 can table cream or heavy cream
• 1 cup very cold heavy whipping cream
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 packets unflavored gelatin (28 g)
• 1/2 cup water to hydrate the gelatin

Fruit to mix in

• 1 cup chopped strawberries
• 1 cup diced peaches
• 1/2 cup green grapes or kiwi
• 1/2 cup walnuts Chopped

For decoration

• Whole strawberries
• Strawberry slices
• Peach wedges
• Pecans
• Mint leaves (optional)

Preparation

1️⃣ Make the base

Crush the cookies into very fine crumbs. Add the melted butter and mix until you get a moist texture similar to wet sand.

Spread the mixture in a tall, approximately 22 cm springform pan, pressing firmly to form an even and compact layer. Refrigerate for about 20 minutes.

2️⃣ Prepare the gelatin

Place the gelatin in the water and let it hydrate for 10 minutes.

Then heat it for a few seconds in the microwave or in a double boiler until it is completely liquid and without lumps. Set aside.

3️⃣ Make the filling

Beat the cream cheese until smooth and silky.

Add the sweetened condensed milk, half-and-half, milk, and vanilla. Continue beating until all the ingredients are fully incorporated.

4️⃣ Fold in the whipped cream

Lightly whip the very cold heavy cream until it forms soft peaks.

Gently fold it into the previous mixture to achieve a lighter, airier, and creamier texture.

5️⃣ Add the gelatin and fruit

Stream the warm gelatin in a thin stream while gently mixing.

Add the strawberries, peach, grapes or kiwi, and chopped walnuts. Mix carefully to preserve the shape of the fruit.

6️⃣ Assemble and refrigerate

Pour the filling onto the chilled cookie crust and smooth the surface.

Garnish with strawberries, peaches, pecans, and a few mint leaves for a fresh and elegant touch.

Refrigerate for at least 6 hours. For perfect consistency and a flawless slice, let it rest overnight.

The result is a fresh, creamy, and fruit-filled cheesecake, ideal for any special occasion.

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