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Easy No-Bake Strawberry Lemonade Cheesecake Cups

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A quick and refreshing no-bake cheesecake dessert featuring a graham cracker crust, creamy lemonade-infused filling, and fresh strawberry topping—perfect for summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 full sheets)
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup lemonade (freshly squeezed or store-bought)
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (optional)
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until crumbs are evenly coated and resemble wet sand, about 3 minutes. Add more butter if crumbs feel dry.
  2. Assemble the crust layer: Spoon about 2 tablespoons of crumb mixture into each serving cup or jar. Press down firmly to create a compact base. Chill in the fridge for about 10 minutes.
  3. Make the cheesecake filling: Beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  4. Whip the cream: In a separate bowl, whip cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form, about 3 to 5 minutes. Avoid overwhipping.
  5. Combine lemonade and cream cheese: Slowly add lemonade to the cream cheese mixture, mixing on low speed until blended.
  6. Fold in whipped cream: Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture in batches to keep it airy and light.
  7. Fill the cups: Spoon or pipe the cheesecake filling over the chilled crust layers evenly. Smooth the tops gently. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
  8. Prepare strawberries: Toss chopped strawberries with sugar (optional) and let sit for 15-20 minutes to macerate.
  9. Serve: Top each cheesecake cup with macerated strawberries and garnish with fresh mint if desired.

Notes

Do not rush chilling the cheesecake filling to ensure it sets properly. Use cold utensils to whip cream faster and maintain texture. Fold whipped cream gently to keep the mixture airy. Soften cream cheese fully before mixing to avoid lumps. Press crust firmly but not too hard to maintain crumbly texture. For dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and use dairy-free cream cheese. Gluten-free graham crackers can be used for gluten intolerance.

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