Description
This Double Crust Cheesecake is a no-bake dream dessert for crust lovers. With two thick layers of buttery graham cracker crust sandwiching a creamy cheesecake filling, every bite is rich, indulgent, and satisfying. Made in a 9×13 pan, it’s perfect for holidays, potlucks, or anytime you need a shareable crowd-pleaser. Easy to prepare and endlessly versatile, this cheesecake pairs beautifully with seasonal toppings, sauces, or fresh fruit for the ultimate dessert experience.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 3 sleeves graham crackers (about 27 crackers)
- ½ cup (100g) packed light brown sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
For the Filling:
- 3 (8 oz / 680g) blocks cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240g) sour cream
- 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping, thawed (or stabilized whipped cream)
- Optional toppings: fruit preserves, caramel drizzle, or fresh berries
Instructions
- Make the crust: Crush graham crackers into fine crumbs. Mix with brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and melted butter until well combined.
- Press bottom layer: Reserve 1 to 1.5 cups for the topping. Press the rest firmly into the bottom of a 9×13 pan. Chill for 20 minutes.
- Prepare filling: Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and mix until fluffy. Blend in vanilla and sour cream. Gently fold in whipped topping until combined.
- Assemble: Spread filling evenly over chilled crust. Sprinkle reserved crust mixture on top and lightly press.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Soften cream cheese fully for a smooth, creamy filling.
- Chill the crust before adding the filling for stability.
- Don’t overmix after folding in whipped topping—keep it airy.
- Slice with a hot knife for clean cuts.
- Try crust variations like Oreos, gingersnaps, or vanilla wafers.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (no-bake)
- Category: Dessert, No-Bake, Cheesecake, Crowd-Pleasing
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Double Crust Cheesecake, No-Bake Cheesecake, 9x13 Pan Dessert, Easy Cheesecake Recipe, Crust Lover Cheesecake