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The Secret Ingredient To Get A Creamy No-Bake Cheesecake
By Arianna Endicott
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If you want to make your no-bake cheesecake recipe extra creamy, pour in a package of instant pudding powder when preparing the filling.
Cake batter in a bowl.
As the instant pudding mix starts to set in the cheesecake batter, it absorbs a little extra liquid from the other ingredients, creating a smoother, creamier texture.
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While the instant pudding powder adds a little extra creamy sweetness to your no-bake cheesecake, it can also help the structure of the dessert.
Instant pudding powder acts as a thickening agent because it contains modified starch. Once the pudding mix does its magic and your mix is ready, pour it into your crust.
A strawberrry flavored cheesecake on a plate.
Smooth out your filling, then allow it to set up in the fridge. After a few hours, you can slice and serve your dessert.