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No-Bake Strawberry Crunch Cups

Individual dessert parfaits featuring layers of fresh macerated strawberries, rich no-bake cheesecake mousse, and a nostalgic, buttery strawberry-Oreo crunch.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Summer
Calories: 580

Ingredients
  

Fruit Layer
  • 2 lbs fresh strawberries washed, hulled, and diced
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Cheesecake Cream Layer
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream very cold
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Strawberry Crunch Layer
  • 14 oz Golden Oreos 1 standard package
  • 1 cup freeze-dried strawberries
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Piping bags
  • Clear plastic dome cups (9oz)
  • Food processor

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, toss the diced strawberries with granulated sugar and lemon juice. Let sit for 20 minutes to macerate and create a natural syrup.
  2. In a food processor, pulse the Golden Oreos and freeze-dried strawberries until they form a coarse crumb. Transfer to a bowl, pour in melted butter, and mix until it resembles wet sand.
  3. In a chilled bowl, beat the cold heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
  4. In a separate large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until completely smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, beating until fluffy.
  5. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until just combined. Transfer the mousse to a large piping bag.
  6. Assemble the cups: Spoon a layer of the strawberry crunch into the bottom of each cup. Add a layer of macerated strawberries along with their syrup.
  7. Pipe a thick layer of the cheesecake mousse over the fruit. Repeat the layers until the cup is full, ending with cream.
  8. Garnish the top with extra crumbs and fresh strawberries. Secure lids and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

These cups are best made a few hours or even a day in advance to allow the layers to set and the flavors to meld. Do not use frozen strawberries as they will make the dessert watery.