Description
No Bake Mini Cheesecakes are individual-sized, creamy, rich treats with a buttery graham cracker crust and a silky smooth filling made with cream cheese and whipped cream. Topped with fresh berries and powdered sugar, they’re easy to make ahead, require zero baking, and are perfect for entertaining or a personal indulgence.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup granulated sugar
6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
16 oz cream cheese softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
1 cup heavy whipping cream cold
Fresh raspberries
Fresh blueberries
Sliced strawberries
Fresh mint leaves (optional)
Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
1. Line a standard 12-cup muffin pan with paper cupcake liners.
2. In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
3. Spoon 1 to 1 1/2 tablespoons of crust mixture into each liner and press down firmly to compact.
4. Place pan in the refrigerator to chill the crust while preparing the filling.
5. In a separate bowl, beat cold heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
6. In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
7. Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice to the cream cheese and beat until creamy.
8. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined.
9. Spoon the filling evenly over the chilled crusts and smooth the tops.
10. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
11. Once set, remove the liners and top with fresh berries, mint leaves, and a dusting of powdered sugar.
12. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
Freeze without toppings for up to 1 month.
Use full-fat dairy for best texture.
Top only before serving for freshest appearance.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: mini cheesecake, no bake, summer dessert, cream cheese, individual dessert