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No Bake Cheesecake Cups

These no bake cheesecake cups transform the classic dessert into individual, portable treats with minimal effort. Made with a creamy cream cheese filling layered over a crunchy graham cracker crust, they boast a smooth, tangy texture and inviting appearance. Perfect for busy days or small gatherings, they require no oven and come together quickly.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 4 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs or digestive biscuits, crushed
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter to bind the crumb base
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened at room temperature
  • 1/4 cup sugar or honey, for sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract adds warmth and depth
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed for brightness
  • 1 cup heavy cream chilled before whipping

Equipment

  • Small jars or cups
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk or hand mixer
  • Spatula
  • Spoon or piping bag

Method
 

  1. Combine the graham cracker crumbs with melted butter in a bowl until the mixture resembles wet sand.
  2. Divide the crumb mixture evenly among your jars, pressing down gently with the back of a spoon to form a firm crust. Place the jars in the fridge for 10 minutes to set.
  3. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with sugar and vanilla until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes. The mixture should look fluffy and slightly pale.
  4. Add the lemon juice to the cream cheese mixture and beat again until fully combined, brightening the flavor and making the mixture slightly thinner.
  5. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, listening for a gentle swoosh and watching it turn silky and smooth.
  6. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula, folding just until fully combined and fluffy.
  7. Spoon or pipe the creamy filling over the chilled crusts, filling each jar nearly to the top and smoothing the surface with the back of a spoon.
  8. Cover the jars loosely and chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours, or overnight if possible, to allow the flavors to meld and the filling to set.
  9. Just before serving, garnish with fresh berries or your favorite toppings for a burst of color and flavor.