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Easy No-Bake Peach Dessert Recipe with Creamy Cool Whip Base for Perfect Summer Treats

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A quick and easy no-bake peach dessert featuring a creamy Cool Whip base and a buttery graham cracker crust, perfect for summer gatherings and last-minute treats.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (optional)
  • 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 (8 oz) tub Cool Whip, thawed (dairy-free alternative optional)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups fresh peaches, peeled and sliced, or 1 (15 oz) can sliced peaches in juice, drained
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Optional: a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Crush 1 ½ cups graham crackers into fine crumbs using a food processor or rolling pin in a sealed plastic bag.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, 5 tablespoons melted butter, and 2 tablespoons sugar. Mix until crumbs resemble wet sand.
  3. Press the crumb mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom and slightly up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish or springform pan. Chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add 1 cup powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the cream cheese and mix until fully incorporated.
  6. Gently fold in the thawed Cool Whip using a spatula, keeping the mixture fluffy and smooth.
  7. Prepare peaches: peel and slice fresh peaches and toss with 1 tablespoon lemon juice if desired, or drain canned peaches well.
  8. Spread half of the Cool Whip mixture over the chilled crust.
  9. Layer the sliced peaches evenly over the creamy base.
  10. Spread the remaining Cool Whip mixture over the peaches, covering them completely.
  11. Refrigerate the dessert for at least 3 hours or overnight to set.
  12. Optionally, sprinkle cinnamon or nutmeg on top before serving.

Notes

Let cream cheese soften at room temperature for at least an hour for smooth blending. Use gentle folding to keep Cool Whip airy. Chill crust before adding filling to prevent crumbliness. Fresh peaches add better flavor but canned peaches work well. For gluten-free crust, substitute almond flour or gluten-free graham cracker crumbs. Dairy-free versions can be made with alternative cream cheese and Cool Whip.

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