Creamy, fruity, and bursting with sunshine flavor
Bring a taste of the tropics right into your kitchen with this No-Bake Mango Cheesecake Magic. 🥭🍰✨ Smooth, creamy cheesecake filling is layered on a buttery cookie crust and topped with a luscious mango glaze for a dessert that looks—and tastes—like paradise. The best part? No oven required! This recipe is perfect for summer gatherings, holiday parties, or whenever you want a refreshing sweet treat. Simple yet stunning, this tropical cheesecake is a homemade showstopper that will impress your guests and brighten any table.
Time Breakdown
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Chill Time: 6 hours (or overnight)
- Total Time: 6 hours 25 minutes
- Servings: 10–12 slices
Ingredients List
For the Crust:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs (or digestive biscuits)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons sugar
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream, whipped to stiff peaks
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup mango puree (fresh or canned)
For the Mango Topping:
- 1 cup mango puree
- 2 tablespoons sugar (adjust to sweetness of mango)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water (slurry)
- Fresh mango slices, for garnish
Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.
- 9-inch springform pan
- Mixing bowls
- Electric hand mixer or stand mixer
- Rubber spatula
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Small saucepan
- Whisk
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Make the crust: Mix graham crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press firmly into the bottom of a springform pan. Chill while preparing filling. 🍪
- Prepare filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and mango puree. Fold in whipped cream until light and fluffy.
- Assemble cheesecake: Spread filling evenly over chilled crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Make mango topping: In a saucepan, heat mango puree and sugar. Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook until glossy and slightly thickened. Cool completely. 🥭
- Top cheesecake: Spread mango glaze over the chilled cheesecake. Garnish with fresh mango slices.
- Chill & serve: Refrigerate at least 6 hours (or overnight) before slicing. Enjoy cold for maximum tropical magic! 🍰✨
Pro Tips
- Fresh Mango Magic: If using fresh mangoes, choose ripe Ataulfo or Alphonso for the sweetest flavor.
- Make Ahead: Perfect dessert to prep the night before serving.
- Extra Creamy: Add 2 tablespoons cream cheese to the mango topping for a richer glaze.
- Serving Idea: Pair with coconut whipped cream or sprinkle with toasted coconut for a tropical twist. 🥥
Nutrition Table
| Serving Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 slice | 360 | 5g | 32g | 22g | 1g | 22g |