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Easy No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Cups

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A quick and refreshing no-bake dessert featuring creamy cheesecake layers, a buttery graham cracker crust, and fresh strawberry topping, perfect for summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 full sheets)
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until crumbs are evenly coated and resemble wet sand.
  2. Divide the crust mixture by spooning about 2 tablespoons into each serving cup. Press down gently to form a firm, even layer. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  4. In a separate chilled bowl, whip cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  5. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth and airy.
  6. Spoon or pipe a generous layer of the cheesecake mixture over the crust in each cup and smooth the tops.
  7. Toss sliced strawberries with granulated sugar and lemon juice in a small bowl. Let sit for 5-10 minutes to macerate.
  8. Spoon the strawberries and their juices over the cheesecake layer in each cup.
  9. Cover the cups and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to set.
  10. Before serving, optionally garnish with a fresh strawberry slice or mint leaf.

Notes

Use room temperature cream cheese to avoid clumping. Chill bowl and beaters before whipping cream for best results. Fold whipped cream gently to keep mixture airy. Macerate strawberries to enhance juiciness. For dairy-free, substitute cream cheese with vegan cream cheese and heavy cream with coconut cream. Gluten-free crust can be made with gluten-free cookies or almond flour.

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Keywords: no-bake, strawberry cheesecake, summer dessert, easy dessert, quick dessert, creamy cheesecake, graham cracker crust

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