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Strawberry Cheesecake Cups

Easy, no-bake individual dessert cups featuring layers of buttery graham cracker crust, creamy vanilla cheesecake filling, and sweet fresh strawberries. Perfect for parties and summer treats.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup heavy whipping cream optional, for fluffier texture
Topping
  • 1.5 cups fresh strawberries diced
  • 1 tbsp sugar optional, for macerating

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Dessert cups or jars
  • Ziploc bag or piping bag

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until the texture resembles wet sand.
  2. Spoon the crust mixture into the bottom of 4 serving cups, pressing down gently to pack it tight.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  4. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Beat on medium-high speed until light and fluffy. (If using heavy cream, whip it separately to stiff peaks and fold it in now).
  5. Transfer the cheesecake filling to a piping bag or ziploc bag with the corner cut off. Pipe the filling over the crust layer in the cups.
  6. Top generously with diced fresh strawberries. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for best texture.

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps.