Description

These no-bake strawberry cheesecake cups layer a buttery graham cracker crust with creamy cheesecake filling and fresh strawberry topping for a quick, elegant dessert perfect for parties or everyday treats.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup crushed graham crackers

3 tablespoons melted butter

1 tablespoon sugar

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1 cup heavy whipping cream

1/3 cup powdered sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped

2 tablespoons sugar

1 teaspoon lemon zest

1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water

Instructions

1. Mix crushed graham crackers with melted butter and sugar until evenly coated

2. Press 1 to 2 tablespoons of the crumb mixture into the bottom of each serving cup

3. Chill crust layers for a few minutes while preparing the filling

4. Beat softened cream cheese until smooth and fluffy

5. Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice and blend until fully incorporated

6. Whip heavy cream to soft peaks and gently fold into the cream cheese mixture

7. Spoon or pipe the cheesecake filling over chilled crusts and smooth the tops

8. Combine chopped strawberries, sugar, and lemon zest in a saucepan and warm until the fruit softens

9. Stir in the cornstarch mixture and simmer until slightly thickened, then cool

10. Spoon the cooled strawberry topping over the cheesecake layers

11. Cover cups and refrigerate for at least 15 to 30 minutes until firm

12. Garnish with whipped cream or strawberry slices before serving

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Category: dessert
Method: no-bake
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup

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