Description

Light, creamy no-bake strawberry cheesecake cups with a crunchy graham cracker base, perfect for a quick and fuss-free dessert.

Ingredients

Scale

8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream
2 cups (300g) fresh strawberries, chopped
1 ½ cups (150g) graham crackers, crushed
5 tablespoons (70g) unsalted butter, melted
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Optional: 2 tablespoons strawberry jam
Optional: fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

Crush the graham crackers in a zip-top bag with a rolling pin until mostly fine crumbs with some small chunks remain.
Mix crushed graham crackers with melted butter until evenly coated and holds together when pressed.
Divide the crust mixture evenly into cups and press firmly to form the crust. Refrigerate to firm up.
In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
In a separate chilled bowl, whip heavy cream to soft peaks.
Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, then add lemon juice and mix lightly.
Layer the cups starting with a spoonful of cream cheese filling over the crust, then a layer of chopped strawberries. Repeat layers, finishing with strawberries on top. Optionally swirl in strawberry jam between layers.
Cover cups and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set and meld flavors.
Before serving, garnish with fresh mint or extra strawberries if desired.

Notes

[‘Use full-fat cream cheese for creamiest texture.’, ‘Softening cream cheese before mixing prevents lumps.’, ‘Whip cream to soft peaks only to avoid grainy texture.’, ‘Fresh strawberries are best; thawed frozen can be used but drain well.’, ‘Press crust firmly to help it hold together.’, ‘Make ahead and chill overnight for best flavor.’, ‘Do not freeze as texture changes when thawed.’]

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 6 oz
Calories: 320
Sugar: 18
Sodium: 220
Fat: 20
Saturated Fat: 12
Carbohydrates: 28
Fiber: 1
Protein: 5

Keywords: no-bake, strawberry cheesecake, cheesecake cups, easy dessert, summer dessert, no oven dessert