Description
This Vanilla Cheesecake is a dreamy and elegant dessert, perfect for a Pisces birthday celebration. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, a smooth and creamy vanilla filling, and a beautiful purple swirl, this no-bake cheesecake captures the artistic and mystical essence of Pisces. Light yet indulgent, this dessert is a stunning and satisfying alternative to traditional birthday cakes.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust
- 2 cups graham crackers or digestive biscuits, crushed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
For the Cheesecake Filling
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups heavy whipping cream
- 2 tsp gelatin or agar-agar (optional, for stability)
- 2 tbsp cold water (if using gelatin)
- Purple gel food coloring (optional, for decoration)
For Decoration
- Whipped cream
- Edible pearls or sprinkles
- White chocolate shavings
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust
- In a bowl, mix crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and sugar until combined.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes while preparing the filling.
2. Make the Cheesecake Filling
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Mix in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then fold it into the cream cheese mixture.
- If using gelatin, dissolve gelatin in cold water, let sit for 5 minutes, then microwave for 10 seconds to dissolve. Stir into the cheesecake filling.
3. Create the Pisces Swirl (Optional)
- Divide a portion of the cheesecake filling into a separate bowl and tint it with purple gel food coloring.
- Pour the white cheesecake mixture into the chilled crust.
- Drop spoonfuls of the purple mixture on top, then swirl gently with a toothpick for a celestial effect.
4. Chill & Set
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours (preferably overnight) to set completely.
5. Decorate & Serve
- Pipe whipped cream around the edges.
- Sprinkle with edible pearls or white chocolate shavings for an elegant touch.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
- For a firmer texture, let the cheesecake set overnight.
- Swap purple food colo
- For a firmer texture, let the cheesecake set overnight.
- Swap purple food coloring for blue or lavender for a different Pisces vibe.
- Add a hint of lemon zest for a citrusy contrast.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- ring for blue or lavender for a different Pisces vibe.
- Add a hint of lemon zest for a citrusy contrast.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
