Strawberry Cheesecake Cups

These Strawberry Cheesecake Cups are a delicious no-bake dessert made with a buttery cookie crust, creamy cheesecake filling, and sweet fresh strawberries. They’re easy to prepare, perfectly portioned, and ideal for parties, holidays, or a simple sweet treat.

Ingredients

For the Crust

• 1½ cups crushed graham crackers
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

For the Cheesecake Filling

• 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• ½ cup heavy whipping cream

For the Strawberry Topping

• 1½ cups fresh strawberries, diced
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Directions

1. Prepare the Strawberry Topping

Place the diced strawberries in a bowl.

Add the sugar and lemon juice and gently toss.

Let the strawberries sit for 10–15 minutes so they release some of their natural juices.

2. Make the Crust

In a bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and sugar.

Stir until the crumbs are evenly moistened.

Divide the mixture among 6–8 small dessert cups or glasses.

Press the crumbs down gently to form an even crust.

3. Make the Cheesecake Filling

Beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.

Add the vanilla extract and lemon juice and mix until combined.

In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.

Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until light and fluffy.

4. Assemble the Cups

Spoon or pipe the cheesecake filling over the graham cracker crust.

Smooth the tops with the back of a spoon.

Add a generous spoonful of the macerated strawberries to each cup.

5. Chill

Cover the cups and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the cheesecake filling is nicely chilled and set.

6. Serve

Garnish with a fresh strawberry or a small dollop of whipped cream if desired.

Serve chilled.

Recipe Tips

• Make sure the cream cheese is softened before mixing to avoid lumps.
• Chill the dessert for at least 2 hours for the best texture.
• For a stronger strawberry flavor, blend a few strawberries into the cheesecake filling.
• You can substitute crushed vanilla wafers or shortbread cookies for the graham crackers.
• Assemble shortly before serving if you want the crust to remain especially crisp.
• Keep refrigerated and consume within 2–3 days for the best quality.

Prep & Chill Time

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Chill Time: 2 hours
Servings: 6–8 cups

Meta Description

Make easy no-bake Strawberry Cheesecake Cups with a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake filling, and fresh strawberries. Perfect for parties and sweet treats.