13 Easy No Bake Dairy Free Cheesecake Recipes (2024)

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Missing dairy based treats like cheesecake? If you have dairy allergies, you don’t need to miss out! Here are our 13 amazing dairy free cheesecake recipes that are family and reader favorites. Most of them are also gluten free or can easily be made gluten free!

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Craving an easy allergy friendly cheesecake? We’ve got you covered 🙂

A few years ago, I created a dairy free Oreo cheesecake for my husband and son’s birthday (they share a birthday). I took some quick photos before I served it and posted it on The Fit Cookie on more of a whim not really expecting much with it.

Turns out my readers loved it as much as my family did! We all loved the cheesecake, even family members who could have dairy, and I decided to make several flavors of cheesecakes based on the same recipe.

Fast forward to today: we now have 10 dairy free cheesecakes under our belt so far, and we’re making more as we come up with new flavor ideas.

All of the cheesecakes we have on The Fit Cookie are dairy free and vegan, and most of them are gluten free. The ones that aren’t gluten free can easily be made gluten free with simple swaps!

Like with our first Oreo cheesecake, you can swap the Oreos for gluten free sandwich cookies in the filling and the crust and no one will even taste the difference!

What’s different about our vegan cheesecake recipes?

The cheesecake recipes we have shared on our website are all no bake (no oven required!) and don’t require cashews or a blender to make.

Don’t get us wrong, cashew based cheesecakes look pretty delicious, but since my daughter has tree nut allergies we’ve never been able to make those kinds of cheesecakes.

So we stick with the cheesecake we know how to make best, no blender or oven required!

Our best dairy free cheesecake recipes

All of our dairy free cheesecake recipes are no bake and made without cashews! They’re also all free of soy products like tofu, and are all peanut free as well (depending on your choice of ingredients).

Most of them are also gluten free or easily made gluten free!

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Easy Oreo Cheesecake (Dairy Free)

If you’re looking for an easy but special sweet treat, then make this Easy Oreo Cheesecake! This is made without dairy, is egg free with a gluten free option, plus it’s super easy to make (no baking!)

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Vegan Pumpkin Cheesecake (Gluten Free)

Fall is the perfect time for pumpkin desserts, and this dairy free and vegan Pumpkin Cheesecake is a great decadent treat for fall parties or a weekend indulgence!

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Dairy Free Caramel Apple Cheesecake Cups

Create these easy caramel apple cheesecake cups in no time! Our gluten free and vegan no bake cheesecake cups are the perfect treat for fall and don't require cashews, tofu, or a food processor.

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Dairy Free Key Lime Cheesecake (Gluten Free)

Want the perfect cool and fruity treat for summer? Make our dairy free and gluten free Key Lime Cheesecake! It’s no bake (perfect for hot days) and made without cashews

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Triple Chocolate Vegan Cheesecake (Gluten Free Option)

Indulge in this dairy free and peanut free chocolatey treat! Our Triple Chocolate Vegan Cheesecake has a gluten free option and requires no baking

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No Bake Dairy Free Lemon Cheesecake (Gluten Free)

Our perfectly sweet and tart No Bake Dairy Free Lemon Cheesecake is a great dessert for spring holidays! It’s also gluten free, soy free, and vegan.

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Gluten Free Dairy Free Cherry Cheesecake Cups

If you want a cherry cheesecake fast without waiting for the cheesecake to cook or set up in the fridge, make our beautiful dairy free cherry cheesecake cups! This creamy and gorgeous dessert comes together quickly and is also gluten free and can easily be made vegan as well.

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Dairy Free Strawberry Cheesecake (Gluten Free)

Serve up this pretty pink Strawberry Cheesecake for Valentine’s Day or whenever the mood strikes. It’s gluten free, dairy free, peanut free, and vegan!

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Vegan Chocolate SunButter Cheesecake (Gluten Free)

Indulge in this layered Gluten Free Chocolate SunButter Cheesecake, it’s allergy friendly, vegan, peanut free, and easy to make!

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Dairy Free Pumpkin Cheesecake Cups (Gluten Free)

Our dairy free pumpkin trifle is a super quick recipe for a stunning fall or Thanksgiving dessert! This cheesecake trifle is also gluten free and peanut free, so it’s safe for many special diets.

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Mini Dairy Free Strawberry Cheesecakes (Gluten Free)

These delicious Mini Dairy Free Strawberry Cheesecakes are the perfect gluten free and no-bake cheesecake: easy to make, perfect portion sizes, fresh strawberry taste, and no artificial flavors or colors!

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No-Bake Dairy Free Vanilla Cheesecake (Gluten Free)

Make this versatile no bake gluten free and dairy free Vanilla Cheesecake for any party or gathering! It’s vegan, easy to make, and made without cashews

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Dairy Free Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake

Swap your holiday pie for a dairy free and gluten free Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake! Our chocolate mint cheesecake is allergy friendly, peanut free, and vegan as well, so just about everyone can enjoy this cool chocolatey dessert.

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Sarah Jane Parker

Sarah Jane Parker is the founder, recipe creator, and photographer behind The Fit Cookie. She’s a food allergy mom and healthy living blogger based in Wyoming. Sarah is also an ACSM Certified Personal Trainer, ACE Certified Health Coach, Revolution Running certified running coach, and an ACE Certified Fitness Nutrition Specialist

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FAQs

How do you keep a no-bake cheesecake firm? ›

Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 6-8 hours, but overnight is better. For a sturdy no-bake cheesecake with beautifully neat slices, refrigerate for at least 12 hours. This makes for a great make-ahead dessert!

What is no-bake cheesecake filling made of? ›

For the Filling: Combine cream cheese, sugar, lemon juice, vanilla, and salt in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Mix at low speed to form a thick paste, then increase to medium speed until soft and smooth.

How do you thicken a no-bake cheesecake? ›

Thickener. In a no-bake cheesecake, there are three typical ways that you create structure: folding in stiffly whipped heavy cream, folding in an alternative stabilizer like Cool Whip, or gelatin.

How do you make a no-bake cheesecake set faster? ›

Yes, you can freeze a no-bake cheesecake to hasten its setting time.

Can you leave no bake cheesecake out overnight? ›

Leaving cheesecake out overnight is not recommended, as it can lead to food safety concerns. It should be refrigerated within 2 hours of serving to prevent spoilage and maintain its freshness.

What not to do when making cheesecake? ›

16 Mistakes You're Making With Homemade Cheesecake
  1. Working with cold ingredients. Hobo_018/Getty Images. ...
  2. Using whipped cream cheese. ...
  3. Using low-fat cream cheese. ...
  4. Undermixing your cheesecake. ...
  5. Not diversifying your cheeses. ...
  6. Not being careful with your eggs. ...
  7. Only making plain cheesecake. ...
  8. Baking in anything but a springform pan.
May 29, 2023

Why is my no bake cheesecake not setting up? ›

Chill For A Longer Period

In some cases, your filling just needs more time to chill. No-bake cheesecakes generally need at least 4-6 hours in the refrigerator to set properly. If your filling is still runny after that time, try chilling it for another 2-4 hours.

What is a substitute for heavy cream in cheesecake? ›

Regardless of what you're making, the following are the best heavy cream substitutes for cooking, baking, or whipping into dessert.
  1. Half-and-half + butter. ...
  2. Milk + butter. ...
  3. Coconut cream. ...
  4. Milk + cornstarch. ...
  5. Greek yogurt + milk. ...
  6. Alt milk + oil. ...
  7. Heavy cream powder.
May 25, 2022

What brand of cream cheese is best for cheesecake? ›

Philadelphia cream cheese is a popular brand of cream cheese that is often used in cheesecake recipes, but there are many other brands of cream cheese that can be used as well.

Can you over whip no-bake cheesecake? ›

Runny Cheesecake mixtures

Sometimes, you can simply over whisk, or under whisk a mixture. I cannot explain the differences, as it can vary as to why! You need to make sure when whisking a no-bake cheesecake mixture that you keep an eye on the mixture constantly so you can see when it thickens up!

Can you eat Philadelphia no-bake cheesecake filling? ›

Yes, Philadelphia makes a 24-ounce tub of pre-made cheesecake filling that you can use directly from the fridge—no baking necessary. The tub has everything you want from the sugary, sweet, cream cheese filling of a cheesecake, and it's ready to serve as-is.

What happens if you over beat cheesecake? ›

When making your filling, overmixing can lead to incorporating too much air into the batter. Once baked, the air bubbles will burst, and the cheesecake will fall and crack. THE FIX: The number one reason why you'd overbeat your batter is because you're having dificulty incorporating cold ingredients.

Why is my no bake cheesecake base soggy? ›

I'd say it's too much liquid in the cheesecake batter and it didn't set fast enough and the liquid and moisture got into the base. Baking the base would help, but I guess if you need to bake it then there's no point to make a no bake cheesecake. Buiscuits, butter and a bit of cocoa powder for the base.

How do you get no bake cheesecake out of a tin? ›

place your hand underneath the springform tin and just open the clip. then use your butter knife and run it all around the edge of the cheesecake. as it starts to loosen from the edge. fully release the springform tin.

Why shouldn't you freeze cheesecake? ›

Luckily, because of its high sugar and fat content, it is possible to freeze a cheesecake without affecting its flavor. While freezing keeps the flavors of the cheesecake intact, keep in mind that the texture could have slight changes once thawed. The creamy texture can become slightly denser.

Why is my no bake cheesecake base too hard? ›

It's often simply a case of compressing the mix too much! I have done this many times before - I press the cookie and butter mix down into the tin too hard. This can make it very hard to cut through once it's set. Try compressing it more gently: it doesn't need to be packed in to set well as a base.

How do you save a no bake cheesecake that didn't set? ›

After the chill time, if your cheesecake still isn't firm enough, you can freeze it to help it set up. Be careful not to freeze it too long unwrapped though; it can cause the texture to become gritty.

Why did my cheesecake not get firm? ›

Your oven temperature was too low. Cake requires precise temperatures to cook properly to allow the batter to rise slowly, then set fairly quickly once it reaches maximum volume. If the temperature is too low, the batter rises, but won't set so the structure of the batter collapses before it does set.

How long can a no bake cheesecake sit out? ›

No-bake cheesecake must be refrigerated when it is first made to allow it to set properly. It also requires refrigerating for storage and should not sit out longer than two hours for serving. Any leftovers should also be refrigerated.

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