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No-Bake Mini Cheesecakes

These no-bake mini cheesecakes are quick, creamy treats assembled in individual jars. Made with simple ingredients like cream cheese, whipped cream, and a graham cracker crust, they develop a luscious, smooth texture and are topped with fresh fruit or chocolate for a delightful finish. Perfect for spontaneous dessert moments, they require no oven and come together in just a few easy steps.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 150 g Graham cracker crumbs finely crushed
  • 50 g Unsalted butter melted
  • 200 g Cream cheese softened to room temperature
  • 50 g Granulated sugar adjust to taste
  • 2 tbsp Lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 150 ml Heavy cream chilled
  • optional Toppings fresh berries, chocolate shavings, or fruit purée

Equipment

  • Small jars or ramekins
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Small saucepan
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

  1. Begin by crushing the graham crackers into fine crumbs, then transfer to a small bowl.
  2. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat, then pour it over the graham cracker crumbs. Mix well until the crumbs are evenly coated and resemble wet sand.
  3. Press this crumb mixture firmly into the bottoms of your small jars or ramekins, creating an even crust. Chill in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes to set.
  4. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a spatula until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes. Add the sugar and lemon juice, stirring until fully combined and slightly fluffy.
  5. In a separate bowl, whip the chilled heavy cream until soft peaks form, which takes around 3-4 minutes. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture in thirds, maintaining a light, airy texture.
  6. Spoon or pipe the creamy filling into each jar over the chilled crust, smoothing the tops with a spatula for an even surface.
  7. Cover the jars loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the cheesecakes to set and develop their full flavor.
  8. Before serving, top each mini cheesecake with fresh berries, chocolate shavings, or your favorite fruit purée for a colorful, flavorful finish.
  9. Gently serve the cheesecakes cold, and enjoy their creamy, smooth texture with a burst of fresh flavor on top.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the filling. Feel free to customize toppings for seasonal variations or personal favorites.