Easy Mini No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Jars
Delightful individual no-bake strawberry cheesecake jars that are quick, easy, and perfect for summer gatherings. Creamy cheesecake filling layered over a buttery graham cracker crust topped with fresh macerated strawberries.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 150g), finely crushed
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (about 85g)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (optional)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened (use full-fat for best creaminess)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (about 60g), sifted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (240ml), cold
- 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries (about 225g), hulled and sliced
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (optional, for macerating berries)
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Stir until mixture resembles wet sand. Press about 2 tablespoons (30g) of crust mixture firmly into the bottom of each jar. Set aside.
- Macerate the strawberries: In a small bowl, toss sliced strawberries with sugar and lemon juice. Let sit at least 10 minutes to release juices and soften.
- Make the cheesecake filling: Beat softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth, about 2 minutes. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- Whip the cream: In a separate bowl, whip cold heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Fold whipped cream gently into the cream cheese mixture to keep filling light and airy.
- Assemble the jars: Spoon or pipe a generous layer of cheesecake filling over the crust in each jar. Top with a spoonful of macerated strawberries including some juice.
- Chill: Cover jars and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably longer, to let flavors meld and cheesecake set.
Notes
Use softened cream cheese to avoid lumps. Whip cream to soft peaks to keep filling light. Press crust firmly to avoid crumbly bottoms. Macerate strawberries to enhance sweetness and texture. Chill at least 2 hours or overnight for best results. Can use frozen strawberries if thawed and drained. For gluten-free crust, substitute graham crackers with almond flour or gluten-free cookie crumbs. For dairy-free, use plant-based cream cheese and coconut cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake ja
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 14
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 4
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