Easiest No Bake Salted Caramel Cheesecake (Quick & Easy No Bake Dessert)
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This easy no bake salted caramel cheesecake is the perfect quick dessert when you want something creamy, indulgent, and completely oven‑free. With a simple graham cracker crust and a smooth no bake cheesecake filling topped with rich salted caramel, this easy no bake dessert comes together fast and always impresses.
More salted caramel love? You’ll enjoy these Salted Caramel White Chocolate Cookies, these Salted Caramel Chip Apple Blondies and these Salted Caramel Pretzel & Peanut Brownies for starters!
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Why You’ll Love This Easiest No Bake Salted Caramel Cheesecake
This no bake salted caramel cheesecake is the perfect easy dessert when you want something creamy, indulgent, and completely oven‑free. It comes together fast, uses simple ingredients, and delivers that irresistible sweet‑and‑salty caramel flavor everyone loves.
Why This Cheesecake Is So Easy (and Truly No Bake)
- No oven required
- Only simple ingredients
- 15 minutes of hands‑on time
- Perfect for beginners
- Sets beautifully in the fridge
Perfect For
- When you’re craving salted caramel
- Weekend treats
- After‑dinner desserts
- Holidays and gatherings
- Impressing guests with zero stress
About This No Bake Salted Caramel Cheesecake
This no bake salted caramel cheesecake is everything you want in an easy, indulgent dessert. It’s creamy, smooth, sweet, salty, and completely oven‑free — perfect for days when you want a show‑stopping treat without turning on the oven. The filling is rich and velvety, the graham cracker crust adds the perfect crunch, and the salted caramel topping makes every bite feel extra special.
Whether you’re making a holiday dessert, a weekend treat, or a simple after‑dinner sweet, this no bake cheesecake always impresses. It’s quick to prepare, uses simple ingredients, and sets beautifully in the fridge, making it a reliable go‑to recipe whenever you’re craving caramel and cheesecake together.
Ingredients You Need
Easiest No Bake Salted Caramel Cheesecake Recipe
Graham Cracker Crust
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs (can use food processor to make graham cracker crumbs)
- 1/4 cup sugar or brown sugar
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 9 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
No Bake Cheesecake
- 24 ounces (3 packages) cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 ¼ cups heavy whipping cream
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Salted Caramel Sauce
- Store bought jar of salted caramel sauce or make this homemade caramel sauce
- Sea salt
- optional: whipped cream swirls (1 cup of heavy whipping cream, 1/4 cup powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla and whip with electric mixer until you get whipped cream, stiff peaks for 3-5 minutes. Place mixture in a piping bag with a large star tip and pipe some swirls!)
About Caramel Sauces to Use
You can use either homemade or store‑bought caramel sauce for this no bake salted caramel cheesecake. My favorite option is my Best Homemade Salted Caramel Sauce, which you can make before or after assembling the cheesecake. But if you want to keep things extra easy, a ready‑made caramel sauce works perfectly too.
When choosing a caramel sauce, thicker is better—especially if you want a clean, defined caramel layer on top of your cheesecake. Some of the thickest store‑bought options include Trader Joe’s, Williams Sonoma, Mrs. Richardson’s, and Coop’s. If you prefer something more accessible, Hershey’s or Ghirardelli also work great. For this recipe, I used Hershey’s and simply chilled it before drizzling.
Keep in mind that caramel thickens as it chills, so you can add it before or after the cheesecake sets. I like adding a layer after chilling, then drizzling more caramel and a sprinkle of sea salt right before serving.
Instructions How to Make the Easiest No Bake Salted Caramel Cheesecake
Graham Cracker Crust
- In a large bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs,sugar, salt, and melted butter and mix together. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides about an inch of an 8-inch springform pan. Place in refrigerator while you make the cheesecake mixture.
No Bake Cheesecake
- In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to combine the cream cheese and powdered sugar. Beat until smooth and then mix in vanilla extract until combined.
- Add in the heavy cream and continue to beat for a minute or two at medium speed. Transfer the cheesecake filling to the prepared pan, and smooth into an even layer.
- Refrigerate for 4 hours and then add your caramel sauce, sea salt and if you wish some whipped cream swirls.
Tips for the Easiest No Bake Salted Caramel Cheesecake
- Use full‑fat cream cheese for the creamiest texture and best set.
- Whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks — this gives the cheesecake structure without gelatin.
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened so it blends smooth with zero lumps.
- Chill at least 4 hours (overnight is even better) for clean slices.
- Use a springform pan for the prettiest presentation and easy release.
- Chill your caramel sauce if you want a thicker, more defined caramel layer.
- Warm your knife under hot water before slicing for perfect edges.
- Don’t rush the crust — press it firmly so it doesn’t crumble when cutting.
More Variations
- Salted Caramel Pecan Cheesecake – fold toasted chopped pecans into the filling and sprinkle more on top before adding caramel.
- Chocolate Caramel Cheesecake – add ¼ cup cocoa powder to the filling or drizzle melted chocolate over the caramel layer.
- Caramel Apple Cheesecake – top the cheesecake with cinnamon‑sautéed apples before drizzling with caramel.
- Biscoff Caramel Cheesecake – swap the graham cracker crust for a Biscoff cookie crust and add crushed cookies on top.
- Caramel Pretzel Cheesecake – mix crushed pretzels into the crust or sprinkle on top for a sweet‑salty crunch.
- Mocha Caramel Cheesecake – add 1–2 teaspoons espresso powder to the filling for a caramel macchiato twist.
- Banana Caramel Cheesecake – layer sliced bananas on top before adding caramel for a banoffee‑style version.
- Pumpkin Caramel Cheesecake – mix ½ cup pumpkin purée + pumpkin spice into the filling for a fall variation.
- Caramel Oreo Cheesecake – use an Oreo crust and fold chopped Oreos into the filling.
Storage
- Refrigerate: Store the cheesecake covered in the fridge for up to 4–5 days. The caramel topping will thicken as it chills, which makes slicing even easier.
- Freeze: Freeze the cheesecake without the caramel topping for best results. Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge, then add caramel before serving.
- Individual slices: Freeze slices on a baking sheet, then wrap individually for easy grab‑and‑go desserts.
FAQs
Can I make this cheesecake ahead of time?
Yes! This is a perfect make‑ahead dessert. Make it 1–2 days in advance and keep it chilled until serving.
Does this cheesecake need gelatin?
No. The combination of full‑fat cream cheese + whipped cream gives it structure without gelatin.
How long does it take to set?
At least 4 hours, but overnight gives the cleanest slices.
Can I use store‑bought caramel sauce?
Absolutely. Thicker caramel works best, but any caramel sauce will taste great.
What size pan should I use?
A 9‑inch springform pan is ideal for height and easy release.
Can I use a different crust?
Yes! Oreo, Biscoff, or pretzel crusts all work beautifully with caramel.
Thanks for stopping by my kitchen today. This easy no bake salted caramel cheesecake is such a simple, indulgent treat, and I can’t wait for you to try it. If you whip one up, tag me on Pinterest, Instagram or Facebook — your desserts always make my day.
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Easiest No Bake Salted Caramel Cheesecake
Ingredients
Graham Cracker Crust
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup sugar or brown sugar
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- 9 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
No Bake Cheesecake
- 24 ounces 3 packages cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 1 ¼ cups heavy whipping cream
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Salted Caramel Sauce
- 1 jar salted caramel sauce or caramel sauce or you can make it homemade (https://www.thebakingchocolatess.com/best-home-made-salted-caramel-sauce/)
- sea salt
- optional: whipped cream swirls
Instructions
Easiest No Bake Salted Caramel Cheesecake
Graham Cracker Crust
- In a large bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs,sugar, salt, and melted butter and mix together. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides about an inch of an 8-inch springform pan. Place in refrigerator while you make the cheesecake mixture.
No Bake Cheesecake
- In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to combine the cream cheese and powdered sugar. Beat until smooth and then mix in vanilla extract until combined.
- Add in the heavy cream and continue to beat for a minute or two at medium speed. Transfer the cheesecake filling to the prepared pan, and smooth into an even layer. Refrigerate for 4 hours
Caramel Sauce & Toppings
- Add your caramel sauce, sea salt and if you wish some whipped cream swirls.
- To make whipped cream swirls: Add 1 cup of heavy whipping cream, 1/4 cup powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla together in a bowl and whip with electric mixer until you get whipped cream for 3-5 minutes. Place mixture in a piping bag with a large star tip and pipe some swirls!
- Pro Tip: When slicing into your cheesecake, place a sharp knife under hot water and then wipe it clean and cut into the cheesecake for nice cuts. Repeat method for each cut.
Notes
- Feel free to garnish with some pecans and chocolate sauce for a scrumptious turtle cheesecake.
- Love the idea of candy bars and caramel? Add some chopped Twix, Snickers, Milky Way or Rolo candies on top for a really decadent treat!
- I love the idea of adding some brownie bites on top and drizzling more caramel on top!
